Far from the Tree

Sundance Selects | Release Date: July 20, 2018

7.6	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 5 Ratings

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Brent_MarchantMay 16, 2020

An excellent examination of how individuals and families cope with various challenges that place them outside the mainstream of society, including Down syndrome, autism, dwarfism, homosexuality and criminality. While the documentary could useAn excellent examination of how individuals and families cope with various challenges that place them outside the mainstream of society, including Down syndrome, autism, dwarfism, homosexuality and criminality. While the documentary could use expansion in some areas and judicious snipping in others, the overall production is insightful, especially when it comes to redefining what actually constitutes the meaning of "family," as well as what conditions need to be celebrated vs. "fixed." Based on gay author Andrew Solomon's book of the same name, director Rachel Dretzin has put together a solid, captivating film that leaves viewers walking away with impressions they likely haven't considered before. Check it out on one of the home viewing options -- you won't be disappointed.… Expand

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