Artist Bio
Overview
LOUD LOVE is a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, and multi-abled portrait of family, identity, and love — seen through the lives of Alan and Brian, a Deaf gay couple raising hearing twins in New York City. Having both faced prejudice and marginalization from an early age, Alan and Brian chose to confront life’s barriers head-on by building a family of their own. After seven long years of failed attempts at surrogacy in the U.S., they turned overseas — eventually bringing home their hearing twins, Seth and Sela, from India in 2011. Their case, one of the last international surrogacies before the practice was banned in India, made national headlines. But what followed — the messy, beautiful reality of parenting — is the story this film tells.
Though united by Deafness and queerness, Alan and Brian came from vastly different worlds. Alan, a charismatic “bad boy” from a Jewish family on Long Island, was raised to speak and assimilate through intensive speech therapy. Brian, soft-spoken and grounded, grew up on a Canadian farm in a hearing family that embraced his Deaf identity. Their lives converged — first in a chance elevator meeting, then in love, marriage, and the founding of New York’s most successful ASL school. Through their relationship, Alan found sobriety. Together, they built a joyful, ambitious life.
But as their children grow older — louder, more expressive, more defiant — tensions rise. The twins begin to shout, “You don’t understand me!” and the cultural, generational, and communicational cracks start to show. Can Alan and Brian raise their children with love and confidence, even as they face doubts from their own families? Can Deaf culture be passed on to hearing children? And what happens to the quiet bond between Alan, who is sensitive and strong-willed, and Brian, who leads with gentleness and resolve?
Filmed over nearly a decade, LOUD LOVE captures the emotional evolution of a family straddling multiple worlds. Through moments tender, humorous, and raw, it asks what it really means to be understood — and how we hold onto love when the volume keeps rising.
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FEATURED SHORT FILM:
POSSUM (2024) - Director: Daisy Rosato
A provocative short about an artist struggling with guilt after an impulsive act of violence against a possum.
What is
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Slamdance, a year-round organization by filmmakers for filmmakers, announced today the lineup and dates for Slamdance Unstoppable: On The Road. Programmed exclusively by artists with visible and non-visable disabilities, the tour will expand the Slamdance Unstoppable programming into arthouse theaters across the U.S. – championing underrepresented voices and fostering accessibility and representation to new audiences across the country.
“Slamdance Unstoppable: On The Road is a true rockstar moment for our filmmakers. Having our films travel from state to state, screening at incredible art houses, feels like the Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, and Beyoncé tour rolled into one,” stated Unstoppable Co-Founder Juliet Romeo. “I’m thrilled to kick things off this summer in our old stomping grounds—Utah. It’s powerful to return to where it all began, especially now. In today’s political climate, continuing to push for accessibility and inclusion isn’t just meaningful—it’s a form of protest – and that spirit is exactly what Slamdance has always stood for.”
Launched in 2020, Slamdance Unstoppable is a showcase of films made by filmmakers with visible and non-visible disabilities and aims to eliminate the prejudices and gatekeeping that have historically kept disabled filmmakers from being represented in the entertainment industry. Slamdance Unstoppable: On The Road will bring the section’s vital programming to a national tour that aims to elevate disabled artists, connect with audiences, and expand opportunities for authentic storytelling in independent film.
The Slamdance Unstoppable: On The Road lineup was programmed from major festivals, including Slamdance, Sundance, ReelAbilities, Superfest, and Easterseals Disability Film Challenge. Each venue has curated a unique selection from the Slamdance Unstoppable programming, ranging from single-night screenings featuring a short and feature pairing to full three-day showcases. Slamdance has partnered with accessible venues for the tour and prioritized seeking venues that provide ASL interpretation, captions, audio descriptions, and other accommodations. The tour will also feature in-person Q&As with local filmmakers and discussions at key locations. Slamdance will be providing travel and accommodation for filmmakers to be able to attend the events in person.
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All Miami Beach residents get 20% off Adult tickets on the FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH @ O Cinema South Beach! (w/ valid proof of residency)
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Event Details
• Adults – $12.50
• Older Adults (62+ years old w/ valid ID) – $10.00
• Students & Teachers (w/ valid ID) – $10.00
• Children (12 years old & under) – $10.00
• Military (w/ valid ID) – $10.00
• O Cinema Members – $8.50
(All tickets are available online and at the box office. Prices for special events and select screenings may vary. Please note ticket prices before you complete your purchase. All prices are subject to change without notice.)
All Miami Beach residents get 20% off Adult tickets on the FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH @ O Cinema South Beach! (w/ valid proof of residency)
ALL FILMS START EXACTLY AT THE LISTED TIME, AND ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS, NO EXCHANGES, NO EXCEPTIONS.
