My Name Is Annabel
Meet Annabel Hernandez, a born performer with Down syndrome, as she shares her story in this documentary short.
Upcoming Screenings
Tues. Nov. 28th, 7:30pm
Screening + Panel Discussion
(filmmakers in attendance)
Watch the Trailer
Annabel Hernandez, a born performer with Down syndrome, gets a chance to tell her story from her perspective. This short film is an experiment in how the documentary genre can better, and more authentically, represent individuals who have intellectual disabilities as well as the diversity and vibrancy of a community that is often overlooked. We prioritized Annabel’s agency and leadership in determining the direction of the film as she shares her story her way and asks her friends and family the questions she’s most curious about - How do you feel about adults with Down syndrome? How do you feel about me having Down syndrome?
Through filmmaker / participant collaboration we explore Annabel’s creativity and potential, co-writing a cinematic finale scene, that better reflects who she is and how she sees herself - a dynamic performer who loves music and a member of a vibrant and diverse community.
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Help us make an IMPACT! The film is complete, but the work’s just begun!
To help with our impact plan, the team has launched a fundraising campaign where, thanks to the fiscal sponsorship of the Center for Independent Documentary (CID), all donations will be considered a tax-deductible contribution.
All contributions go towards assisting in our impact efforts to bring the film to as many people as possible through free public screenings across the U.S. To see our Impact guides and resources go to the Resources tab.
Annabel
Annabel Hernandez (30) is no stranger to a stage. She’s a natural born performer. "I don't get nervous", she says. "More like... Confidence." It radiates on her face.
Annabel lives in Wichita with her parents and younger brother. She works part-time at her grandparents' Mexican restaurant. "Mexico is in my blood", she'll have you know. Her interests include music, dance, sign language and sharing these with her followers on TikTok. TikTok also serves as a platform for her to gather support for organizations that serve people with Down syndrome, like her.
Learn more about the project or get involved by donating to our impact fund now!
We are grateful for the generous support of the following organizations.
This program is produced by Amity Productions for a presentation of LPB. This film is produced in association with the Center for Independent Documentary, Admiration Films, and Mama.film. Partial funding for this program is provided by Humanities Kansas, a nonprofit cultural organization connecting communities with history, traditions, and ideas to strengthen civic life. Web design provided by Lifeboat Creative with photography by Gavin Peters. Poster photo credit by Nathifa Love.