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TRIBECA WINNER | BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT
"Film has the power to transform lives. I can say that with complete authority, having just watched the film Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World."
– Dwight Casimere, The Times Weekly
Award-Winning Documentary Short Film
Makayla's Voice: A Letter to the World
Having New York Premiere at Tribeca Festival
in the Shorts Competition
Heartwarming film introduces a remarkable young girl whose spirit and determination defy all expectations
Watch the Trailer Now Here
https://vimeo.com/899527204
Awards & Festivals
WINNER – Best Documentary Short
2024 Tribeca Festival
Jury statement: “For the grace with which it showed the gratitude and joy of parents unlocking the brilliance of their autistic daughter, and for how it showcased her extraordinary, once hidden talent, we chose Mikayla’s Voice.”
WINNER – Grand Jury Awards – Unstoppable – Honorable Mention
2024 Slamdance Film Festival
WINNER – Best Documentary Short Jury Award (Oscar® qualifying)
2024 Cleveland International Film Festival
WINNER – Georgia Short Film Award
2024 Atlanta Film Festival
Official Selection
2024 Florida Film Festival
CinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024 (Philadelphia – June 14)
Synopsis
Makayla, a teenage girl, has spent her life grappling with a rare form of autism that rendered her essentially nonverbal. However, her parents, filled with unwavering belief in their daughter's potential, embarked on a transformative journey to discover the true depth of Makayla's inner world.
Eight months before we meet this family, a groundbreaking breakthrough came into their lives in the form of letter board therapy, a method that finally provided Makayla with the means to communicate.
As her voice gradually emerges, the audience is invited into a world of wonder, poetry, and brilliance that was once hidden from sight.
Through the lens of the documentary, we witness Makayla's courageous steps as she unveils her thoughts, feelings, and insights. with her newfound ability to express herself, she shines as an inspiring advocate for autism, determined to show the world the power and beauty of neurodiversity. Makayla's journey to reclaim her voice not only touches the hearts of her loved ones but also resonates deeply with viewers, who can't help but be moved by her incredible resilience.
WINNER – Best Documentary Short
2024 Tribeca Festival
Jury statement: “For the grace with which it showed the gratitude and joy of parents unlocking the brilliance of their autistic daughter, and for how it showcased her extraordinary, once hidden talent, we chose Mikayla’s Voice.”
WINNER – Grand Jury Awards – Unstoppable – Honorable Mention
2024 Slamdance Film Festival
WINNER – Best Documentary Short Jury Award (Oscar® qualifying)
2024 Cleveland International Film Festival
WINNER – Georgia Short Film Award
2024 Atlanta Film Festival
Official Selection
2024 Florida Film Festival
CinéSPEAK Under the Stars 2024 (Philadelphia – June 14)
Synopsis
Makayla, a teenage girl, has spent her life grappling with a rare form of autism that rendered her essentially nonverbal. However, her parents, filled with unwavering belief in their daughter's potential, embarked on a transformative journey to discover the true depth of Makayla's inner world.
Eight months before we meet this family, a groundbreaking breakthrough came into their lives in the form of letter board therapy, a method that finally provided Makayla with the means to communicate.
As her voice gradually emerges, the audience is invited into a world of wonder, poetry, and brilliance that was once hidden from sight.
Through the lens of the documentary, we witness Makayla's courageous steps as she unveils her thoughts, feelings, and insights. with her newfound ability to express herself, she shines as an inspiring advocate for autism, determined to show the world the power and beauty of neurodiversity. Makayla's journey to reclaim her voice not only touches the hearts of her loved ones but also resonates deeply with viewers, who can't help but be moved by her incredible resilience.
Credits
Director: Julio Palacio
Writers: Makayla Cain and Julio Palacio
Producers: Samuel Hanson, Sasha Levinson, Julio Palacio
Editor: Jeff Jay
Cinematography: Brock Hanson
Featuring: Makayla Cain, Khari "Needlz" Cain, Mañana Cain, Amani Cain, Roxy Sewell, Elizabeth Hellsten
Official Film Website
https://makaylamovingautism.com/
Social Media Page
https://www.instagram.com/makaylasvoicefilm
Director: Julio Palacio
Writers: Makayla Cain and Julio Palacio
Producers: Samuel Hanson, Sasha Levinson, Julio Palacio
Editor: Jeff Jay
Cinematography: Brock Hanson
Featuring: Makayla Cain, Khari "Needlz" Cain, Mañana Cain, Amani Cain, Roxy Sewell, Elizabeth Hellsten
Official Film Website
https://makaylamovingautism.com/
Social Media Page
https://www.instagram.com/makaylasvoicefilm
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