The movie “CODA” has made history this year by becoming the first movie with a majority deaf cast to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. The movie follows the story of Ruby Rossi, a young girl who is the daughter of two deaf parents, Jackie and Frank Rossi.
What makes this movie even more special is that the two deaf parents, Jackie and Frank Rossi, are played by two deaf actors, Marlee Matlin and Troy Kotsur. This is a major milestone for the deaf community, as it is rare to see deaf actors playing major roles in a movie.
In addition to Marlee Matlin and Troy Kotsur, there are a total of three deaf actors in the movie. The third deaf actor is Daniel Durant, who plays the role of Ruby’s brother, Leo Rossi.
The success of “CODA” is a major step forward for the deaf community, as it shows that deaf actors can be just as successful as hearing actors. This movie has also opened up opportunities for more deaf actors to be cast in major roles in Hollywood.
The success of “CODA” has also inspired other filmmakers to create more movies with deaf actors in leading roles. This is a major step forward for the deaf community, as it will allow more deaf actors to be seen and heard in Hollywood.
Overall, the success of “CODA” is a major milestone for the deaf community. With three deaf actors in the movie, it has opened up opportunities for more deaf actors to be cast in major roles in Hollywood. This is a major step forward for the deaf community, and it is sure to inspire more filmmakers to create more movies with deaf actors in leading roles.