The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia

A film by James Redford

The Myths, The Stigmas, The Truth’s Revealed

THE BIG PICTURE: Rethinking Dyslexia provides personal and uplifting accounts of the dyslexic experience from children, experts and iconic leaders, such as Sir Richard Branson and financier Charles Schwab. Directed by James Redford, the film not only clears up the misconceptions about the condition, but also paints a picture of hope for all who struggle with it.

Shining a spotlight on the latest scientific and psychological research, the film also highlights the work of Drs. Sally and Bennet Shaywitz, co-founders and co-directors of the Yale Center of Dyslexia and Creativity to illuminate the hidden origins and implications of dyslexia. Proving that dyslexia is a neurological issue and not a character flaw, THE BIG PICTURE beautifully illustrates that while the condition is an obstacle, it also carries some unique advantages, and ultimately can be overcome.

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Director

James Redford

Producer

Windy Borman and James Redford

Runtime

51 Minutes

Rights Represented

Educational Rights

Captions Available

None Available

Language

English

Press

“The Big Picture gets an ‘A’.”

- The Hollywood Reporter

“Busts any preconceptions on what people with dyslexia can achieve.”

- The New York Times
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Festival & Awards

Official Selection – SUNDANCE Film Festival

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The Myths, The Stigmas, The Truth’s Revealed

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