Danny and Nicky
1969
55 min
Coming soon
This feature documentary offers a comparison of the care of two boys with Down syndrome. Danny lives at home with his brothers and sisters and attends a special neighborhood school for children with disabilities. Nicky lives in a large institution for persons with intellectual disabilities. This film clarifies common misconceptions about intellectual disabilities, and presents an intimate portrait of the families, staff, and communities that come together to assist Danny and Nicky in learning, playing, and living a fulfilling life.
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This feature documentary offers a comparison of the care of two boys with Down syndrome. Danny lives at home with his brothers and sisters and attends a special neighborhood school for children with disabilities. Nicky lives in a large institution for persons with intellectual disabilities. This film clarifies common misconceptions about intellectual disabilities, and presents an intimate portrait of the families, staff, and communities that come together to assist Danny and Nicky in learning, playing, and living a fulfilling life.
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directorDouglas Jackson
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producerDouglas Jackson
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editingDouglas Jackson
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executive producerTom Daly
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photographyDouglas Kiefer
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soundHans Oomes
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sound editingBill GraziadeiKen Page
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re-recordingRoger Lamoureux
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narratorPatrick Watson
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musicEldon Rathburn
