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Plot

Ambitious punk outfit Heavy Load isn't like most other bands, because its comprised entirely of musicians with developmental disabilities, including Down's Syndrome. Even so, they're determined to rise above the challenges that face every emerging band and find success on their own terms.
MPAA Rating:
Not Yet Rated
Genre(s):
Documentary,Special Interest
Run Time:
92min.
Theatrical Release Date:
04/20/2009
Director(s):
Jerry Rothwell
Starring:
Simon Barker , Jimmy Nichols , Paul Richards , Michael White , Mick Williams
Themes:
Underdogs,Living With Disability,Musician's Life,Mental Illness
Tone:
Bittersweet,Humorous,Poignant,Inspiring
Keywords:
Down-syndrome,aspiration,band [music group],developmental-disability,learning-disabilities,punk-rock
Language:
English