
The 5 Percent
Overview
Three different storylines are skillfully woven together offering three unique perspectives on the Deaf experience: a young Deaf woman struggles to connect with her hearing boyfriend; a Deaf man has an argument with his mother, complicated by an interpreter who wants to take sides; and a Deaf woman encounters barriers during a job interview despite her excellent qualifications. This nuanced film based on real-life experiences challenges viewers to think and engage in meaningful discussion.
Top Cast
Victoria Soo Lum
Victoria Soo Lum
Rose
Victoria Soo Lum
Rose
Clarence Cansicio
Clarence Cansicio
John
Clarence Cansicio
John
Tyson Coady
Tyson Coady
James
Tyson Coady
James
Elizabeth Mary Morris
Elizabeth Mary Morris
Megan
Elizabeth Mary Morris
Megan
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