A rarely addressed subject that comes up in discussions about people with disabilities is the subject of romantic relationships, intimacy, and parenting. More than likely, a lot of day to day people probably assume that these things simply do not happen for disabled people. Unfortunately, this assumption can be a bit dehumanizing because at the end of the day people with disabilities still have the same desires and need for intimacy that everyone has. Having a disability doesn’t simply erase this facet of someone’s life.
Now, a groundbreaking film called “Take A Look At This Heart” is addressing this subject head on. The stories of the disabled people that are featured in this project bring to life the reality of romance, dating, and parenting for disabled people.
The film looks at the lives 17 different people in the US who are living with varying degrees of disability. The film looks at the complexity and unique circumstances of their dating lives as well as their roles as parents and intimate partners.
Some of us may have tried to use dating apps before, but can you imagine trying to use one while living with a disability? Well welcome to the life of Patrick Ivison, a man who is confined to a wheelchair who humorously discusses his own experiences with such apps in the film. The movie also features a one-legged skateboarder, a quadriplegic rock climber, and a paraplegic dancer.
The final screening of “Take A Look At This Heart” will take place on February 8th, 2019 at 6pm. The screening will be held at the Fashion Institute of Technology and will be hosted by the Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation.
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This unique film takes a look at a subject that disabled people will strongly relate to, and if you’re not disabled, prepare to have your own insecurities and preconceptions about the disabled called into question.
