Special Needs Revolt!

Special Needs Revolt!

Meet America's last hope.

NR 2024 · 112 min · ★ 5.0 · Action

In a future dystopia, a man with Down syndrome joins a rebellion against America's cruel dictator who has put all people with disabilities back into institutions.

Directed by Adrian Esposito · Written by Adrian Esposito

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