Comedy Against the Odds

Can a 10-year-old find his voice in standup comedy?

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2024 / 30min.

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Genres

Comedy

Documentary

Synopsis

10-year-old Austin Eletto has autism. He’s also an aspiring stand-up comic. This short documentary spotlights the struggle of growing up with labels, and how Austin uses comedy to embrace and overcome them. Through the intimate story of Austin as he faces adversity and hardships, our audience will be thoroughly connected to his childhood experience, making the inevitable laughs bigger and more inspired.

Directors

Suzanne Luna

Actors

Corey Martin Craig

Austin Eletto

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