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Wednesday, June 27, 2012

What if There Was No Sound?

I found this fascinating video over on Sarah's page ( http://speakuplibrarian.blogspot.com/ ) that aptly depicts what deaf and hearing impaired people deal with daily. Have you ever had an experience at the theater like this? See the list below the video for a list of theaters near you that may have accessible choices for you.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qiP_8gJCNQE&feature=player_embedded


Here in the U.S. things are changing in this regard. Some theater chains are being quite thoughtful and inclusive. Here are some examples:
AMC: http://www.amctheatres.com/corporate/accessibility

Regal Entertainment:
http://www.regmovies.com/nowshowing/opencaptionedshowtimes.aspx

More information on gadgets here: http://ncam.wgbh.org/mopix/


3 comments:

  1. I have not been to the cinema for some time now since knowing there is quiet alot I miss than I think. I sometimes miss cinema because there are not filmed at suitable times for me.

    If I go to a theatre, which is rare, then I go if its a musical. But nothing else.

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    1. I understand how that is.

      Here in the U.S. things are changing in this regard. Some theater chains are being quite thoughtful and inclusive. Here are two examples:
      AMC: http://www.amctheatres.com/corporate/accessibility

      Regal Entertainment:
      http://www.regmovies.com/nowshowing/opencaptionedshowtimes.aspx

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    2. That is certainly great what they are doing. Good examples.

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