CODA

Ruby Rossi is the only hearing member of a deaf family (CODA: Child of Deaf Adults). She juggles her responsibilities to her family's struggling fishing business with her passion for singing. As she develops her vocal talent and dreams of attending music school, she faces the difficult decision between pursuing her own future and her loyalty to her family.

CODA received widespread critical acclaim, praised for its heartwarming story, strong performances, and sensitive portrayal of the deaf community. It resonated with audiences for its emotional depth and optimistic message.

• A feel-good, crowd-pleasing dramedy with exceptional performances.

• Praised for its authentic and moving depiction of a deaf family's dynamics.

• Hailed as a refreshing and optimistic coming-of-age story.

Google audience: Audiences universally loved CODA, celebrating its emotional resonance, uplifting narrative, and the outstanding performances, particularly from the deaf cast members. Many found it incredibly moving and inspiring.

Best Picture at the 94th Academy Awards, Best Adapted Screenplay (Sian Heder), and Best Supporting Actor (Troy Kotsur). It also won the Sundance Film Festival Audience Award and Grand Jury Prize.

Troy Kotsur, who plays Ruby's father, is deaf in real life and often ad-libbed lines in sign language that were then translated and incorporated into the script, adding an extra layer of authenticity.