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Skallagrigg (1994)
Director: Richard Spence
Cast: Bernard Hill, Kerry Noble, Karl Purden, Tom Tomalin
Runtime87 min
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Back in the 'bad old days' when the physically and mentally disabled were locked away in institutions a legend grew of someone who could stand up to the authorities and help them. This charming story is how a group of disabled people went to chase that legend. To assist them John is forced to come to terms with his daughter and her friends.
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Directed by Richard Spence, the 1994 drama film Skallagrigg offers a thoughtful, fantastical exploration of disability rights and the power of community. With compelling performances from a cast including Bernard Hill, the film blends elements of drama and fantasy to tell a heartwarming story about a group of institutionalized individuals who chase a legendary figure that can help them stand up to authorities.
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Skallagrigg is a 1987 novel written by William Horwood and influenced by Horwood's relationship with his own daughter Rachel, who has cerebral palsy. It is notable in that it foresaw the importance of adaptive computer technology in the lives of future generations of disabled people. It is also an early example of discourse on disability politics, treatment of disabled people throughout history, and hit-or-miss relations and perceptions between disabled and non-disabled communities.
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