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British actorAdam Pearsonis telling thestories about disabilitythat he wants to see in Hollywood.
I dont think there are enough disabled voices feeding into the creative process, he said.
I get frustrated when people pretend they cant find them.
Granted, you dont have to, but then dont be surprised when what you make is garbage.
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Secondary school was particularly painful.
Id take a deep breath before walking through the gates and take a stab at hang on.
you’re able to get bogged down in, Its not fair.
Why is life so cruel?
It doesnt solve anything.
He still gets a lot of stares on the streetsome are simply curious, while others are ill-intentioned.
I think an honest conversation goes a long way, said Adam.
Curiosity should be answered with kindness.
All people want is to know that youre okay and that theyre going to be okay.
After that, its plain sailing.
He continued: If people want to talk, lets talk.
I know some in thedisabled communitysay, Its not my job to educate you about disability.
But were the experts.
I think if Im not educating, Im being reckless and irresponsible.
My disability has opened way more doors than its closed, Adam said.
