I recently watched the acclaimed documentary Murderball and what a great show! Murderball follows the growth of Quad Rugby as it's risen to become an Olympic sport. The members of the US and Canadian teams are the main focus as the film lays out many different interesting story lines.
The thing about this movie I really like is the realistic and honest portrayal of active adults with disabilities. It's not a pity filled "oh poor me" movie but rather a film about people living life and doing what they want.
This film not only deals with athletic competition but with the everyday life of these athletes. It shows them as regular guys who like to party, have fun, and just plain enjoy life. Alot of the quad rugby guys have girlfriends and wives and love/relationship issues are portrayed in a open and honest way.
I hope many people with disabilities and able bodied folks check out Murderball. This film shatters many misconceptions about disability and it shows that people with disabilities can do anything they choose.
If you wanna check out a little bit of Murderball visit http://www.murderballmovie.com
Peace,
Mark AKA The Nodakwheeler
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