FEATURE

My Hero Brother

Yonatan Nir|Israel|Hebrew|78 MIN|2017
Tali Goldenberg, Yonatan Nir
Down Syndrome

Family

A group of young adults with Down syndrome embark on a demanding trip through the Indian Himalayas accompanied by their typically abled brothers and sisters. Unresolved conflicts and the complexities of growing up with a differently abled siblings come to the surface, while a heartwarming and special closeness develops among the group’s members as they deal with formidable physical and emotional challenges. The difficult trials and poignant relationships set against the richly colorful backdrop of India open new horizons and deepen our understanding of adults with disabilities and their families.