CODA
CODA

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CODA

2008
Movie
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Portuguese

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic74
Google Users94%
Director: Sian HederGenres: Comedy-Drama, Music

Plot Summary

Ruby is the only hearing member of her deaf family, acting as their interpreter for everyday life. She discovers a passion for singing and dreams of attending Berklee College of Music. Torn between her family's obligations and her own aspirations, Ruby faces a difficult choice that could change her life forever.

Critical Reception

CODA was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its heartfelt story, strong performances, and uplifting message. It resonated with audiences for its authentic portrayal of family dynamics and the challenges faced by individuals bridging two worlds.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartwarming and emotional storytelling.

  • Celebrated for the standout performances, particularly from Emilia Jones and Troy Kotsur.

  • Appreciated for its authentic and sensitive portrayal of the deaf community and family relationships.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved CODA, highlighting its emotional depth, humor, and inspiring narrative. Many viewers were moved by the family's journey and the protagonist's pursuit of her dreams, often calling it a feel-good movie that successfully balances its dramatic and comedic elements.

Awards & Accolades

Academy Award for Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor (Troy Kotsur), and Best Adapted Screenplay. It also won the Sundance Film Festival Audience Award and Grand Jury Prize.

Fun Fact

The film's title, CODA, is an acronym for 'Child of Deaf Adults'.

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