Marlee Matlin Documentary Premieres at Sundance, Directed by Deaf Filmmaker Shoshannah Stern

The film, 'Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore,' offers a unique portrayal of the Oscar-winning actor's life and advocacy through a deaf-centric lens.

The documentary, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, explores Matlin's groundbreaking career, personal struggles, and lifelong advocacy for the deaf community.
Directed by Shoshannah Stern, a deaf filmmaker, the film employs innovative techniques such as ASL-based interviews with color-coded captions to enhance accessibility and storytelling.
Matlin insisted on having a deaf director to ensure authenticity, emphasizing a shared understanding of deaf experiences and identity.
The film revisits key moments in Matlin's life, including her Academy Award win, her work on closed captioning advocacy, and her experiences with abuse and addiction, previously detailed in her memoir.
Interviews with colleagues and family highlight Matlin's impact on representation in media and her role as a trailblazer for the deaf community.