Revolution begins in the Being Heumann trailer
The world of cinema is buzzing with anticipation as Siân Heder brings her critically acclaimed vision to Toronto, where her long-awaited follow-up to the Oscar-winning CODA, titled Being Heumann, will make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.
This film is more than just a movie; it’s a testament to resilience, rebellion, and the sheer force of human determination. It tells the astonishing true story of Judy Heumann, a world-changing advocate for accessibility, and the scrappy coalition of outsiders who fought to change the world by refusing to accept the status quo.
The story opens with an impulsive act: refusing to answer phone calls, a decision that leads to the occupation of a federal building in 1977. Being Heumann captures the moment when a young disabled woman, played by Ruth Madeley, and a group of outsiders decide they had had enough. What started as one defiant act quickly spiraled into the longest occupation of a federal building in American history, as hundreds spontaneously seized government offices, refusing to leave until the bureaucracy in their way finally acted.
Directed by the visionary Siân Heder, known for her powerful work on CODA, the film delves into the struggle of a movement finding its path forward where none has ever been paved. It is a revolutionary, irreverent, and deeply human story of unlikely people attempting the impossible—a cinematic exploration of how rebellion, in all its forms, can transform lives and change the world.
The film stars the formidable Ruth Madeley and Mark Ruffalo, who brings gravitas to the role of the bureaucrat caught in the unfolding drama. The screenplay, penned by Heder and Rebekah Taussig, meticulously charts the accidental leaders who struggle to navigate the complex landscape of systemic change.
The excitement surrounding Being Heumann has been amplified by Apple TV, which has already unveiled the trailer and promises a global debut. Fans can catch the electric performance of Ruth Madeley and witness this profound narrative unfold in select theaters starting November 6.
Marking a significant artistic milestone, this production marks the second collaboration for Apple Original Films and director Siân Heder, cementing her status as a master storyteller. Audiences will have the opportunity to experience this powerful narrative before it premieres globally on Apple TV on November 13.
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