In a world where equal representation of disability on screen existed, CODA would feel like the corniest, most formulaic film of the year.
But we don't live in that world (yet), and the fact it feels like a breath of fresh air should be seen as a damning indictment of an ableist film culture and society.*
So, yeah, I cried like a baby watching this movie.
*I think there's a necessary discussion to be had about the intersection of CODA's…