As part of Laemmle’s acclaimed Culture Vulture Series, experience Deaf Santa Claus on the big screen. This powerful documentary invites audiences into the world of Charles Graves, a Deaf man with an uncanny resemblance to Santa Claus, who pursues his dream of becoming a professional Santa while balancing family, community, and cultural identity.
With an uncanny resemblance to the icon himself, Charles Graves chases his dream of becoming a professional Deaf Santa Claus. Filmmakers chronicle Charles and his family as he attends Santa school and enlists the support of others in an attempt to better provide for his loved ones.
Directed by Ben Shelton and Anthony Mowl, the film offers unique perspectives on navigating Deaf and hearing worlds in a story about family, fatherhood, and creating new traditions.
Presented in partnership with Laemmle Theatres, this special engagement offers audiences the chance to see a groundbreaking story of representation and holiday tradition at the heart of Deaf culture.
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