Hello and happy Sunday. You’ve seen from previous posts that I’m into watching the adaptation to either show or movie of novels. If you want a recommendation, please check out El Deafo on Apple TV. This is the show adaptation of the graphic novel by Cece Bell, which from what I read is an autobiographical account of her experience becoming deaf at a young age and growing up in a context that wasn’t really accessible. This last part is my opinion, based on what I saw, not something the author mentioned or the show made explicit.

I’ve told you about “must read” books, and this is definitely a “must watch” show for viewers of all ages. I think it can lead to very important conversations as well as an understanding of deafness and the importance of accessibility that many people won’t have if they are just told rather than, in a way, immerse, at least for a few minutes, in someone else’s reality. I’m pretty sure the book is in my wishlist, and I’m looking forward to reading it.