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Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain

Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain

Jan 19, 2021 · 59m

Director

Kate Scholefield

Overview

For more than a century, one group of people in Britain has been shut out of society, denied basic human rights and treated with fear and prejudice. Now, in this shocking, moving film, writer, actor and presenter Cerrie Burnell is going to uncover the hidden story of how disabled people fought back – and won their freedom. Cerrie was born without the lower part of her right arm. As a presenter on CBeebies, Cerrie was astonished to learn that some viewers thought her appearance would scare watching children. Now, she wants to find out where these attitudes to disabled people come from and why they persist today.

Cast of Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain

Crew of Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain

About Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain

What is Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain about?

For more than a century, one group of people in Britain has been shut out of society, denied basic human rights and treated with fear and prejudice. Now, in this shocking, moving film, writer, actor and presenter Cerrie Burnell is going to uncover the hidden story of how disabled people fought back – and won their freedom. Cerrie was born without the lower part of her right arm. As a presenter…

When was Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain released?

Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain was released on January 19, 2021.

How long is Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain?

Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain runs 59 minutes.

Who directed Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain?

Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain was directed by Kate Scholefield.

Who is in the cast of Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain?

The cast of Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain includes Cerrie Burnell (Self - Presenter).

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