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Thanks to Dekalb Mutual Aid, enjoy a free community showing of the feature length documentary THE RIDE AHEAD at the historic Egyptian Theatre! Join us on Sunday, September 13th at 2:00 PM for this documentary telling the story of Samuel as he navigates the world as a young disabled adult and the challenges and support he finds in his community. Disabled stories are rarely shown on screen, let alone told by disabled people themselves. THE RIDE AHEAD allows Samuel to tell his own complex story, largely through the viewpoint of two GoPros attached to his wheelchair. One points towards Samuel and his extraordinarily expressive face, the other films the world as he sees it. We see Samuel’s communication process as he crafts language through slow labored speech that is then programmed into his communication device. The film showcases a communication style and vantage point that is almost never portrayed in the media. The majority of the production and outreach crew for THE RIDE AHEAD are disabled people. The film captures the power of finding mentors and membership in a community, for sustaining a strong sense of self in transition to adult challenges, and for building solidarity in an ableist world. THE RIDE AHEAD will catalyze bold discussions about disabled lives, and help draw youth into the disability justice movement. It has the capacity to promote understanding of ableism, and produce lasting and meaningful cultural change. In addition, there will be local community organizations and vendors set up in the lobby space before and after the film to connect with and foster community. Come at doors open to hang out, socialize, and connect! Doors open at 1:00 PM. Admission is free and open to the public, and no tickets or RSVP are required.