Out of My Mind

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Out of My Mind

2024

1h 42m

Drama

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Melody Brooks, a sixth grader with cerebral palsy, has a quick wit and a sharp mind, but because she is non-verbal and uses a wheelchair, she is not given the same opportunities as her classmates. When a young educator notices her student's untapped potential and Melody starts to participate in mainstream education, Melody shows that what she has to say is more important than how she says it.

Courtney Howard

Variety

Taylor’s performance is the pulse of the picture. Her nuanced expressions shatter hearts in painful moments, in addition to making them swell with pride during everyday triumphs.

Nov 28, 2024

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Sheri Linden

New York Times

The director, Amber Sealey, and the strong cast keep things grounded, though, honoring the serious undercurrents while having some fun.

Nov 21, 2024

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David Ehrlich

IndieWire

A sweet, fun, and meaningfully empathetic Disney Plus movie about a 12-year-old girl with cerebral palsy.

Rated: B

Nov 18, 2024

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KT Mahe

For Your Reference Podcast

A coming of age film that centres the experiences of a young girl with cerebral palsy. There is a lot of care and compelling storytelling methods to convey Melody’s emotional journey.

Rated: 4.5/5

Dec 18, 2024

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Neely Swanson

Beverly Hills Courier

Although the storytelling is a bit pat at times, this is, after all, a Disney+ movie aiming for that “After School Special” crowd, it succeeds more than it stumbles. This is thanks to a delightful star, Phoebe-Rae Taylor.

Nov 30, 2024

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Casey Chong

Casey's Movie Mania

Newcomer Phoebe-Rae Taylor impresses in this poignant coming-of-age drama.

Rated: 4/5

Nov 23, 2024

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Elisha I

Out of My Mind is a powerful and moving film that shines through its heartfelt storytelling and authentic portrayal of its characters. The performances are touching and bring emotional depth, making it a compelling and inspiring watch that stays with you long after the credits roll.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

07/03/25

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Kyle M

A sympathetically profound adaptation that contributively ascends the message with authentic representation emotionally performed to resonate captivatingly. (B+)

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

06/22/25

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Marko M

I was the typical person... The one which stared at people in wheelchairs, but now I know more, they are all human. And could change the world. Maybe more than us people without disabilities. I highly recommend watching this move, it was heart-warming and made me confessed, but I have changed... Thank you, I which there were more films like ths.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/28/25

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Jerod S

Channeling Wonder, Out of My Mind mixes humor and grit to tell the story of Melody with cerebral palsy.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/03/25

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Carlo C

Bien lograda, contada y actuada historia sobre los obstáculos, trabas y la seria discriminación que padece y supera una brillante chavita con parálisis cerebral, para cumplir su sueño de asistir a la escuela y tener la oportunidad de aprender y crecer con sus pares. Aleccionadora y profunda.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/17/25

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Colby C

I remember reading this book a decade ago and it continues to be one of my favorites that I can carry throughout my life. This movie was everything I wanted it to be.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/30/25

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Synopsis

Melody Brooks, a sixth grader with cerebral palsy, has a quick wit and a sharp mind, but because she is non-verbal and uses a wheelchair, she is not given the same opportunities as her classmates. When a young educator notices her student's untapped potential and Melody starts to participate in mainstream education, Melody shows that what she has to say is more important than how she says it.

Director: Amber Sealey
Producer: Peter Saraf, Robert Kessel, Dan Angel, Michael B. Clark
Screenwriter: Daniel Stiepleman, Sharon M. Draper
Distributor: Disney+
Production Co: Big Beach, Participant Films, EveryWhere Studios
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 22, 2024
Runtime: 1h 42m