We discuss:

The dearth of nuanced representations of deaf people on film, and CODA as an important new example

ASL in cinema: pitfalls and opportunities for relaying physicalized expressivity

Music as self-expression in relation to coming-of-age and personal growth across generations

Perfectly imperfect parenting 

Leftist emphases on community-minded, localized solidarity

The value of generative quiet

A film that inspires amateur music-making 

Connecting music with togetherness in CODA

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