Vito-Man
A beacon of light for his family, young Vito Baliva serves as an example of the value that people with Down syndrome bring to society.
2024 · 6m Documentary, Drama
Overview
Vito is a sweet little boy with Down syndrome, and this short documentary puts his energetic, jolly personality on full display as he interacts with his loving family. By showing Vito’s dignity and inherent value, Vito-Man tackles the difficult conversation that is the eradication of people with Down syndrome, proving that an extra chromosome should not be a death sentence.
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