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Stepping Out

Stepping Out

1980•48m
Documentary

One of the most honoured and distinguished documentaries in Australian film history. Stepping Out draws attention to the talents of people with intellectual disabilities. The group went on to perform at the Sydney Opera House.

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Production

Binnaburra Film Company

Language

EN

Status

Released

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Cast

Aldo Gennaro

Self

Christopher Dobbin

Self

Romayne Grace

Self

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