Danny and Nicky

Dec 31, 1969

0h 55m

★ 0.0

Overview

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.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

ONF | NFB

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Narrator

Patrick Watson

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