FEATURE

Dream Touch Believe

Jenna Naranjo Winters|United States|English|85 MIN|2025
Blindness

Art

Veterans

Dream Touch Believe features the inspiring story of blind, Indigenous sculptor Michael Naranjo. As a young man Naranjo lost his eyesight and the use of one hand in the Vietnam War. But he harnessed his inner vision, fought past critics and successfully achieved his lifelong dream of becoming a sculptor. Beyond his art, Naranjo’s inspiring journey is one that sparks hope in people of all ages and from all walks. This emotional and captivating story is ultimately a testament to resilience, creativity and the power of pursuing one’s dream against all odds.

Content Note: War, combat and physical injury

This film is eligible for the ReelAbilities Rotten Tomatoes Audience Award. Learn more at: reelabilities.org/rtaa

SHOWTIMES

IN-PERSON

Apr 25   |   3:00 PM   |   Bronx River Art Center (BRAC)

Apr 26   |   1:00 PM   |   The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan (MMJCCM)

Co-presened by: Hear2There Technology, CineVet: NYC Veteran Film Showcase, Five Borough Veterans, NYC Department of Veteran Services

ONLINE

Apr 24 - May 3

Available in the Tri-State Area April 24 - May 3 only on ReelAbilities.org/stream