Accessibility is perhaps not the most exciting area of film to work in, but it can be very fulfilling. Knowing that a deaf or blind child can follow the latest superhero or animated adventure on the big screen with their friends makes one feel good!
Extensive research clearly demonstrates that children of all ages, including pre-school, and those with language-based learning disabilities, can benefit from on-screen same-language subtitles/captions. Captions can improve foundational reading and literacy skills, such as phonics, word recognition, vocabulary acquisition, listening comprehension and fluency. Children's films tend to have less challenging vocabulary and are ideal for providing children with the literacy benefits of reading, while listening and watching. Most children's films include songs, and as children like to sing along to songs and are curious to know the song lyrics, reading skills are practiced subconsciously. Inexpensive, captioned 'kids shows' at cinemas boost literacy skills in a fun and engaging way.
IMPORTANT! This site is updated three times a day, but shows can cancel/change at short notice. Please double check with the actual cinema's website before you plan a visit!
Please note: Omniplex Sat/Sun morning subtitled shows are for people with hearing loss AS WELL as people with autism. The lights will be left ON.
