Acting Blind
Synopsis
This touching documentary follows a cast of blind and visually impaired actors as they prepare Dancing to Beethoven, a play about blindness. The film takes us deep into the lives of the actors. We hear stories of their shock and disbelief at first losing sight and of their struggles coping with a life without it. We hear them talk about grieving and pining for the visual world. They tell the moving story of how this play is itself a victory, a type of salvation, for each of them. By opening night, at the renowned Place des Arts in Montreal, they are a close-knit cast, well-honed and ready to step out of the wings and into the light.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martin Duckworth
- Original Score
- Robert Marcel Lepage
- Original Title
- Acting Blind
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martin Duckworth
Robert Marcel Lepage
Martin Duckworth
Gérald Vansier
Germaine Ying Gee Wong, Sally Bochner, Adam Symansky
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Marcel Lepage
Original Music Composer
Germaine Ying Gee Wong
Producer
Martin Duckworth
Director of Photography
Gérald Vansier
Editor
Martin Duckworth
Director
Adam Symansky
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Acting Blind.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Acting Blind
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Acting Blind about?
This touching documentary follows a cast of blind and visually impaired actors as they prepare Dancing to Beethoven, a play about blindness. The film takes us deep into the lives of the actors. We hear stories of their shock and disbelief at first losing sight and of their struggles coping with a life without it. We hear them talk about grieving and pining for the visual world. They tell the moving story of how this play is itself a victory, a type of salvation, for each of them. By opening night, at the renowned Place des Arts in Montreal, they are a close-knit cast, well-honed and ready to step out of the wings and into the light.
Who directed Acting Blind?
Acting Blind was directed by Martin Duckworth.
Who stars in Acting Blind?
The principal cast of Acting Blind includes Not specified.
When was Acting Blind released and how long is it?
Acting Blind was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Acting Blind?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Acting Blind was composed by Robert Marcel Lepage.