Audible (2021) is a documentary about life at Maryland School for the Deaf, specifically their football team, after suffering a tragic loss. This was a great and insightful little documentary. It was so important and I'm glad these people's stories were told.
The cinematography was beautiful which I never really expect from a documentary as it's usually not needed, but there were some gorgeous shots that added to the experience of watching! The colour palettes were great, and helped the film be very visually pleasing.
The sound design was used very well and in a smart way. I liked that the film didn't use much sound or dialogue at all, it felt a lot more inclusive to those who are deaf or hard of hearing.
The documentary introduced us to the people involved and their lives very well, and we got an insightful look into the struggles they have faced. Amaree seemed like a lovely person, I was happy to learn his story. It showed the relationships between those at the school, and I thought that was really beautiful.
The film was consistently interesting, with good pacing that flowed well. It was super educational and tackles a lot of sensitive issues well and with respect. The ending was incredibly touching, and left me wanting to know more about this school and the pupils.
