Movie studios should release the audio description track to a website that can be downloaded before hand. Then they wouldn't need to find a specific theatre.
This is important guys. I’m actually legally blind (not completely blind). When my school takes us to plays or movies and we are sitting near the back, most of us get audio description devices to understand it better. People with vision problems can do lots of things. We can go on roller coasters, write an essay, even build things (we can play video games as well. If you look at my channel I can prove it to you). We just need some extra help, so if you see a person that has a cane or any disability ask if they need help. Also be patient with us. We are trying our hardest. Also, try not to stare, it’s ok to ask. I know some people get offended but still ask and if they are rude just walk away. Try and be careful around schools for people with special needs. Especially when driving. (I know because the road near my school is very hectic). Thank you for reading this. Sorry that it’s so long. XD
Beautiful! I didn't know audio description existed in movie theaters - never paid attention, but it make sense that it's such an enveloping experience for blind people. All filmmakers know how important sound is, but I've never watched a film with my eyes closed (with or without the audio description). Now I really want to try it - to better understand sound, and to be a better writer. Thanks for this!
This is great. It's like listening to an audio book that describes what the characters are doing and the scenery and at the same time hearing the movie.
I think it is so cool that they are still able to enjoy these movies! But there is still a part of me that wants them to be able to visually see some of the special effects and other stuff with their eyes.
Kip As a Harry Potter fan I can say that is definitely true. The books are far better than the films. Our imagination will always surpass movie special effects.
@@renaudlemieux1 To be honest imagination for me is also more powerful than seeing a film. If you read a book you make up everything for yourself in you mind, you picture citys, you picture people, ... in your own, special way. And no two people imagine these things the same. SEEING a film kinda takes away that experience. Take Harry Potter as an example: You can't imagine for yourself what Hogwarts looks like anymore, because you were given a picture from outside and you will never be able to forget that and imagine freely "your own Hogwarts". (I hope you get what i want to say. I'm not a native speaker, so it's kind of hard to expres myself the right way)
The audio description actually sounds better than the movie lol its like an audiobook. I wish it were available to anyone for any movie. Then people could just listen to movies on the commute drive to work lol
New to care taking helping the blind. Happened so quickly, my friend with diabetes could see great and drive one day; then almost instantly blind the next. DVS really helps remember what my friend used to see! Real pleasure having the service available!
I've had lucid dreaming whenever I had a movie on just to have background noise. It's weird because you are part of the story and the imagery is cool. Rare when this happens though.
Some DVD's actually have it. Check the audio/languages menu of as many DVD's as you can. You should find at least one that has it. I stumbled upon one some time ago. It's very descriptive.
"blind people don't go to the movies" Well yeah I don't go, used to go with my mom who has a horrible taste for films (only wanted to watch those cheesy romcom stories or cartoons), so yeah I don't go. but dude! Have you ever watched Dancer in the Dark? Selma loved the musicals! Never had access to descriptive audio before but it seems to be the coolest way to "watch" movies, ever, blind or not.
Thank you for the knowledge. I never knew so I youtubed it. Glad I did. We need more accessibility for those who are impaired, for everything not just movies.
My brother is blind and his favorite movie is finding Dory he loves the rain sounds ,train,and cars honking somepoeple say how is it to how a blind bother and it's nice he is awesome he grate if I can say 100 words about him I wound . One day we where walk and some said he blind he noes that he blind but he does not like hearning. And you are awesome I wish I can be you.My bother is name Tyler he was born blind we go to school at rossovil grade school god bliss you
I'm not blind however I listen to movies many times. I treat it as a radioshow, as long as the movie was a great soundscape, acting and actual dialogue.
I'm not blind and I don't really know why I do this but when my mom puts on a tv series I just sit and listen sometimes. Like I'll sit behind the laptop while she's watching it、and honestly it's just as enjoyable for some reason.
This is a fantastic video! However there are no captions and therefore is not accessible for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. It is important that if The Academy is going to discuss issues pertaining to people with disabilities that the video be accessible for all individuals. I wonder how Marlee Matlin, the only deaf performer to win the Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role suppose to enjoy this video? How is Tyrone Giordano, Russell Harvard, or any of the other actors and actresses working in the film industry suppose to truly appreciate this video? Also I would like to mention that many of the issues facing blind individuals - mentioned in this video - also pertain to deaf and hard of hearing individuals. For example most deaf or hard of hearing individuals like blind individuals with video description have to find a specific theatre that offers captioned movies. You may see that there are "automatic captions" on this video, unfortunately the automatic captions provided are not enough. For example Tommy says "cuz" and the caption says "cousin". It is not accurate, and also doesn't clarify who is speaking. Just like in the video when Melissa Hudson says "I don't want to be left out. I don't want to be left behind." I look forward to viewing and sharing this video as soon as captions are added. ***** #captionthis #accessibility Oscars
I'm visually impaired and I can see enough to watch the movie as long as I sit in the front no one likes the front but who ever I'm with loves me enough to sit in the front row with me. I pray I never lose more vision because I love movies and with the technology not being available everywhere well that's just hard.
The first time I heard about Audio Description was by accident when I was watching Resident Evil: Afterlife I saw this audio feature on the blu ray copy of the movie so curious I click on it and it begin to describe what was happening. THat's how I first learn about the feature
I listen to talks every day (usually educational) on my iPod whilst at work or walking somewhere, they don't need visuals at all to be enjoyed!.. But then again, Tommy Edison said he doesn't like wearing headphones/earphones.
Sounds like when you were a kid and grandpa tells you a story. You don't need to see what happened because you're so immersed with the details and your imagination takes over what's not there.
I’m sighted but I’ve never cared about looking at movies unless I need to read subtitles because the visuals just distract me from the story so, ever since I was little, I just listen to the tv while I’m doing something else.
zzlayer535 You probably won’t be able to get a discount for your own ticket to the cinema, but you may be able to get a free ticket for anyone accompanying you if you sign up for a Cinema Exhibitor's Association (CEA) card.To apply for the card you will need to prove that you receive a qualifying benefit (such asDisability Living Allowance, Personal Independence Payment or Attendance Allowance) or that you are registered as blind ("severely sight impaired").
that would be so cool! It would give sighted people an opportunity to experience a movie the same way us blind people do. And before I get any comments yes I'm blind and I can type and use a laptop or phone independently. I use screen readers that read everything out loud audibly to me. And touch typing is a method of typing even sighted people learn so they can type without looking at the keys.
Amazing! In movies based on book also would be great, because they already know how the characters look and whats happening OT/ the audio describer guy look like a bald Eminem XD
Wow, i really loved that video, it shows just how much blind people also enjoy movies, i've always wondered how exactly they understood what is happening in the movie, but now i understand more, thanks for the video and thanks to TommyEdisson for bringing me here XD
Many people with low vision find the use of filters help. Making the movie/show black and white or even monochrome can sometimes help them make out what’s on the screen. Tutorial here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE--A7IBryoIwg.html
So do people think books are for the blind...bc...well you have to picture your own images and...some people prefer that. What an ignorant thing to say to blind people.
why cause blind people are talking about their experiences and accessibility issues to educate the public and advocate for their needs? You realize you can go blind at any time or literally become disabled at any time. Don't take for granted what you have, cause life doesn't owe you anything. not love, time, food, health, etc. not anything and in 1 moment everything can be taken away. I seriously struggle to understand why you would dislike this. also this isn't an airport no need to announce your departure.
Blind people can watch movies but will mess MANY THINGS movies are not only about speaking and sounds but visuals is a huge important part. They can lie to themselve to feel better but the truth is they miss many things. No one here would love to be blind here so far. That being said im very happy those person can enjoy movies but they lie to themselve if they think they dont miss a lot they miss a lot lot lot.
@@darquequeen2323 aaah I understand what you said that other comment now you blind and doesnt accept it. Insulting me wont make your situation better. I never said something bad about blind people its just fact that imagination its far from being clear as a real image and listen a movie just with sound its far fron being pleasurable as being able to see. Its just fact I would say the same if I was blind i wont ever be biaised no matter what my condition is and i clearly said that I was HAPPY that blind people can live a better experience now than before im trully are. I wish you the best evenif your full of hâte
it's a guide dog they go through years of extensive training to guide blind people and act correctly in public. under the ADA or americans with disabilities act service dogs are granted public access rights meaning they can go anywhere the handler goes to assist them. that's a law so they're well within their rights. there's only a few places service dogs can't go like: certain amusement park rides with height requirements, sterilized places like an operating room in a hospital, certain parts of a zoo. otherwise legally they can go anywhere.
