Mimi

Documents the experiences of a physically disabled woman named Mimi Nelken who discusses the physical and emotional problems she encountered during her childhood, school years, adulthood, and career.
, Depicts, through still photographs, the daily activities of Mimi, a happy, well-adjusted, permanently handicapped girl. Points out that, since Mimi is able to attend public school, marry, and pursue an art career, she does not want to be thought of as handicapped. Touches upon, among other things, the architectural and psychological barriers and the educational and employment discrimination the handicapped encounter., , Mimi Distributed by Billy Budd Films; 235 E 57th St; New York; NY; 10022; Tel. (212)755-3968DC: BBF Produced by Billy Budd Films; 235 E 57th St; New York; NY; 10022; Tel. (212)755-3968PC: BBF Year published 1972 Grade Level: J Distributed on media: 1 film reel (12 min.), optical sound, 16 mm. Color?B & W Length: 12 MIN Library of Congress Registration 73-700891 Description: Presents a young woman paralyzed from birth, talking about herself and her life, relating to 'NORMAL' people and how they relate to her. Topics: Medicine-General; Public-Health; Clinical-Physical-Handicap; Human-Relations; Physically-handicapped-womenNOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.