'Not Much To See': How the Blind Enjoy Movies

A documentary look at the impact movies can have on people who can't "see" them.

Film Credits:
Harrison Ford
Steven Spielberg

Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark © 1981 -- 2014 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

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[xrainbowbackpackx]

I think they should play this before the movie starts in the movie theater. It's beautiful knowledge. 

[chrisharrison]

Movie studios should release the audio description track to a website that can be downloaded before hand. Then they wouldn't need to find a specific theatre.

[Octo_Chara]

This is important guys. I’m actually legally blind (not completely blind). When my school takes us to plays or movies and we are sitting near the back, most of us get audio description devices to understand it better. People with vision problems can do lots of things. We can go on roller coasters, write an essay, even build things (we can play video games as well. If you look at my channel I can prove it to you). We just need some extra help, so if you see a person that has a cane or any disability ask if they need help. Also be patient with us. We are trying our hardest. Also, try not to stare, it’s ok to ask. I know some people get offended but still ask and if they are rude just walk away. Try and be careful around schools for people with special needs. Especially when driving. (I know because the road near my school is very hectic). Thank you for reading this. Sorry that it’s so long. XD

[melissahudson]

Very well done!  Thank you for allowing me to share my experience with all of you :)

[jackdelamare]

This is beautiful. Film is accessible to everyone.

[lichterin]

So it's like a really cool audiobook, awesome

[SUPERWSXQAZ]

Audio description sounds like a really great idea that should be more widely available,

[DeborahBrozina]

Beautiful! I didn't know audio description existed in movie theaters - never paid attention, but it make sense that it's such an enveloping experience for blind people. All filmmakers know how important sound is, but I've never watched a film with my eyes closed (with or without the audio description). Now I really want to try it - to better understand sound, and to be a better writer. Thanks for this!

[guikgfzjr]

I always wanted to try to "listen" to a movie just like an audio book to see what it feels like.

[arielartista]

The audio description actually sounds better than the movie lol its like an audiobook. I wish it were available to anyone for any movie. Then people could just listen to movies on the commute drive to work lol

[hattricksprospecting]

New to care taking helping the blind. Happened so quickly, my friend with diabetes could see great and drive one day; then almost instantly blind the next.

DVS really helps remember what my friend used to see! Real pleasure having the service available!

[jellomonster]

I think it is so cool that they are still able to enjoy these movies! But there is still a part of me that wants them to be able to visually see some of the special effects and other stuff with their eyes.

[tonycaban]

This is great. It's like listening to an audio book that describes what the characters are doing and the scenery and at the same time hearing the movie.

[ktkbarber]

My brother is blind and his favorite movie is finding Dory he loves the rain sounds, train,and cars honking somepoeple say how is it to how a blind bother and it's nice he is awesome he grate if I can say 100 words about him I wound . One day we where walk and some said he blind he noes that he blind but he does not like hearning. And you are awesome I wish I can be you.My bother is name Tyler he was born blind we go to school at rossovil grade school god bliss you

[mikewright]

Those descriptive headphones sound nice to have when you sleep but can't really sleep. Like a goodnight story.

[mattinfullvision]

Great to see Tommy here, wish he was still making videos. We miss you Tommy

[mb-knpu]

I'm visually impaired and I can see enough to watch the movie as long as I sit in the front no one likes the front but who ever I'm with loves me enough to sit in the front row with me. I pray I never lose more vision because I love movies and with the technology not being available everywhere well that's just hard.

[RichieLarpa]

It's basically an enhanced audiobook. I am glad that people give shit about blind people and are trying to help them as much as possible.

[TheeGaoSter]

Thank you for the knowledge. I never knew so I youtubed it. Glad I did. We need more accessibility for those who are impaired, for everything not just movies.

[steviehammond]

I dont want to be left out either . I hope for more scene plays and books on audio.