CinemaOSMovie · 2017 · 1h 12m

Deej

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Robert Rooy's documentary follows DJ Savarese ("Deej"), a nonspeaking autistic writer and poet. The film explores his difficult early life, his quest for an education, and his advocacy for other nonspeaking autistics.

Directed byRobert Rooy

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 12m
Language
EN
Released
October 17, 2017
Studios
ITVSRooy Media LLC

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DEEJ Trailer

DEEJ Trailer

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1 credited
Starring

David James Savarese

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Creative team
Directed by
Robert Rooy
Produced by
David James Savarese
Robert Rooy

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