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New Documentary Chronicles Gallaudet’s 1988 Deaf-Led Protest for Representation

The Apple TV+ film, co-directed by Nyle DiMarco and Davis Guggenheim, revisits the eight-day movement that secured Gallaudet University’s first Deaf president and reshaped disability rights advocacy.

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Overview

  • The 1988 Gallaudet University protests, led by four Deaf student activists, demanded the appointment of a Deaf president after the board selected a hearing candidate over two Deaf finalists.
  • The protests culminated in the historic appointment of I King Jordan as Gallaudet’s first Deaf president, marking a pivotal moment for the Deaf civil rights movement.
  • The new documentary, 'Deaf President Now!' uses innovative 'Deaf Point of View' techniques, including immersive sound design and visual storytelling, to authentically convey the Deaf experience.
  • Co-directed by Deaf activist Nyle DiMarco and filmmaker Davis Guggenheim, the film highlights the protest’s legacy, including its influence on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Streaming on Apple TV+ starting May 16, 2025, the documentary has already received critical acclaim for its timely exploration of inclusion and representation.