Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore

4/4/2025

“Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore” is an intimate and personal documentary that gives viewers a fuller picture of Matlin’s journey — not just as a groundbreaking actor, but as a person who has spent her life advocating for the Deaf community. Directed by Shoshannah Stern, the film is both a tribute and a candid conversation between two Deaf women who understand each other in a way few filmmakers and subjects ever could. Even if you are unfamiliar with the actress, Matlin’s story is interesting. Born into a hearing family, she faced isolation, abuse, and the challenges of navigating a world not built for her. She became an overnight sensation when she was just 19 years old and won an Oscar for “Children of a Lesser God.” What followed was a whirlwind of fame and trauma, from an abusive r