Kelly's Hollywood

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Kelsey S This film is a fantastic tribute to not only Brian's beautiful sister, Kelly, but all families caring for someone with IDD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities). As a sibling of someone on the autism spectrum, this film truly touched me and inspired me to be a better sister, and to also share our experiences with the world to create a more inclusive and diverse community. But the story was also well-balanced, not only showing the joys, but the challenges. More neurotypical families need to realize the depth of the sacrifice our families make daily to love and care for our unique children/siblings. They add so much to our lives and grow our character in ways most people will never understand! Not only was "Kelly's Hollywood" heartwarming, but entertaining, well-narrated, and well-edited! More people need to see this film!! Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/31/24 Full Review Drew H Warning: Spoilers I wish I could just tell you it's a good film, but I can't. I can't because it's not good, it's great! Post pandemic depression fades away as you're transported back to the 1960s and are introduced to the Donovan family. It is a joy to watch and be shown the kind of unconditional love we should be have for each other modeled for us by siblings Brian and Kelly Donovan. This is mainly a story of a brother's love for his special needs sister and how he helped her Hollywood dream become a reality. Interwoven is a second narrative of him growing up and falling in love whilst having to deal with the complex ramifications that has on the siblings relationship. The story leaves off in the year 2009, well before a worldwide virus would change things. I understand the complex issues that other reviews have brought forth and yeah there are some issues that needed to be addressed, but as the director states, they went through counseling to get through them. At a time where it is seen as weak to seek counseling and talk to someone, Brian Donovan is being real with us and accepting that he has issues he needed to work out, he sought counseling and so did his girlfriend. So many of us don't do that and it can lead to resentment in a relationship or worse; we are shown his vulnerability to express that even though he feels he is doing right by his sister, it was becoming a detriment to his love life. One can only imagine the difficulty and massive weight that puts on not only those three individuals but others as well. Counseling helped them to get through those times so that they could be there together once things take a turn for the worse. I have had the unique experience of working with Brian at a comic convention in Colorado Springs this year where he had a booth set up for autographs as he is a voice actor for the characters of Davis in Digimon and Rock Lee in the Naruto Shippuden series. I watched as many people over the course of 3 days poured out their hearts to him as the voice of one of their childhood heroes; some even accrediting his characters for getting them through dark and seriously tough times in their lives. Not once did any of it go lost on him, many times he was moved to tears and he made sure that they went away from his table knowing they made a difference for him too, they meant something and were important. Time after time I watched as genuine care was given when someone told him their story and he shared some of his experiences with them. I was blessed to be assigned to someone who was so down to Earth. I bring this up only because it speaks to Brian's character and self. He truly cares about people. Over the course of our time together I learned more about Kelly, her character and the positive impact she had on Brian's friends; and yes, He and his brother are close as well but this movie focuses on Kelly and their relationship. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/29/23 Full Review Audience Member This a powerful and wonderful movie. I would have loved to meet Kelly in person. I know we would have had so much fun discovering Hollywood! It is emotional journey and I feel special to have it shared with me by the Donovan family. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/02/23 Full Review Audience Member I highly recommand this movie as It really sticks with your heart and mind. It is a very well made movie that is inspiring, moving and beautiful. Story about a special connexion between a brother and a sister, both share a deep attachment to one another and both dream of Hollywood and one has down syndrom. I cried, I laughed, I feared, I was relieved. It is authentically made, it is real and nuanced. It is a must see movie. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/25/23 Full Review Audience Member Kelly's Hollywood is film everyone should see. It gives you a looking glass into the world of someone with Down syndrome and the excellent life that can be achieved through sheer will and belief. Humanity in its purest form. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/26/23 Full Review Audience Member Really moving and balanced presentation from a devoted siblings perspective.... loved it Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/25/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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