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See What I'm Saying: The Deaf Entertainers Documentary

See What I'm Saying: The Deaf Entertainers Documentary

Deaf , Comic, Singer, Actor, Sign Language

Genres

Documentary

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This inspirational documentary follows four deaf entertainers: a comic, drummer, actor and a singer as they attempt to cross over to mainstream audiences. These uniquely talented entertainers overcome great challenges to celebrate success.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

91 mins

Rating

7/10

Release Date

19 March 2010

Country

United States of America

Cast

Robert DeMayo

Robert DeMayo

Self

Bob Hiltermann

Bob Hiltermann

Self

T.L. Forsberg

T.L. Forsberg

Self

CJ Jones

CJ Jones

Self

Shoshannah Stern

Shoshannah Stern

Self

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