Peanut Butter Falcon, an independent movie that has shone this summer, is a film like no other. Starring a man with Down syndrome, the filmmakers have sought to break the silence that has been present in Hollywood despite its efforts and growth in inclusion - casting people with disabilities in movies. Russ sits down with the team to discuss initial thoughts about this movie, along with the impact it is capable of having. 

References:

• “Why the ‘Peanut Butter Falcon’ Changes the Disabled Narrative and Scared Hollywood”
• “Zach’s Story”
• “Shia Labeouf, Dakota Johnson, and Zach Gottsagen Interview” 
• “How Shia Labeouf Decided to Join the Movie” 
• “Good Morning America Interview with Shia and Zach”
• Life Goes On with Chris Burke
• A Beautiful Mind
• Guess Who's Coming To Dinner