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Downistie: A Groundbreaking Soap Opera with Actors with Down Syndrome

Discover the Dutch soap opera 'Downistie,' pushing boundaries with actors who have Down syndrome. Follow the captivating lives of Thomas, Nina, Rosanne, Hubert, and Vicky in 3-minute episodes filled with love, drama, and emotion. Explore the societal impact and behind-the-scenes of 'Downistie' in a compelling documentary. Join us for a screening and discussion at the Goethe Centre on Wednesday, November 27, 2012, at 19:30. Please note that while the series has no age restriction, it may not be suitable for children under 12.

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Downistie: A Groundbreaking Soap Opera with Actors with Down Syndrome

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  1. Move on ‘Corky’ from 'Life goes on' and 'Glee''s Becky Jackson! The Dutch take acting with Down Syndrome a step further with a unique weekly soap with only actors with Down syndrome. ‘Downistie’ (a Dutch reference to ‘Dynasty’) was shown during a prime-time current affairs talk show which attracts around a million viewers daily. The viewers followed the lives of lead characters Thomas, Nina, Rosanne, Hubert and Vicky in ‘Downistie’. Adultery, unwanted pregnancies, budding love stories, jealousy, intense happiness and tragic illness: all the up and downs of life jam-packed in 3-minute episodes. The series evoked a lot of reaction and emotion in Dutch society, positive as well as negative. A reflection on the media coverage and insight into the making of 'Downistie' is captured in a short documentary that follows the series. Total duration approx. 90 minutes. While 'Downistie' has no official age restriction, DSAN would not recommend the soap series and documentary for kids under 12 years of age. Wednesday 27 November 2012 Goethe Centre 19h30

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