CODA (2021 film) facts for kids
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| Directed by | Sian Heder |
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| Screenplay by | Sian Heder |
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| Music by | Marius de Vries |
| Cinematography | Paula Huidobro |
| Editing by | Geraud Brisson |
| Distributed by | Apple TV+ |
| Release date(s) | January 28, 2021 (Sundance) August 13, 2021 (United States) |
| Running time | 111 minutes |
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| Budget | $10 million |
| Money made | $1.1 million |
CODA is a 2021 comedy-drama film that tells a special story. It's about growing up and finding your own path. The movie was written and directed by Sian Heder.
The film is an English version of a French-Belgian movie from 2014 called La Famille Bélier. CODA stars Emilia Jones as Ruby Rossi. Ruby is a "CODA," which means "Child of Deaf Adults." She is the only person in her family who can hear.
Ruby's family runs a fishing business. She tries to help them keep their business going. At the same time, Ruby dreams of becoming a singer. The movie shows her journey to follow her passion. Other actors in the film include Eugenio Derbez, Troy Kotsur, Ferdia Walsh-Peelo, Daniel Durant, and Marlee Matlin.
What is CODA About?
The movie CODA shares the story of Ruby Rossi. She is a teenager living in a fishing town. Ruby is the only hearing member of her family. Her parents and older brother are all deaf.
Ruby helps her family a lot. She acts as their interpreter in the hearing world. This is especially important for their fishing business. She helps them talk to customers and suppliers.
Ruby discovers she loves to sing. She has a beautiful voice. Her high school choir director, Mr. Villalobos, encourages her. He believes she can go to a special music school.
This creates a challenge for Ruby. She feels torn between her family's needs and her own dreams. The film explores themes of family, independence, and finding your voice.
Film's Success and Awards
CODA first showed on January 28, 2021. This was at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. At Sundance, Apple bought the rights to distribute the film. They paid a record $25 million for it!
The movie was released on August 13, 2021. You could watch it in theaters or on the Apple TV+ streaming service. Critics gave the film many positive reviews. The American Film Institute even named it one of the top 10 films of 2021.
CODA won three Oscars at the 94th Academy Awards. These are very important movie awards. It won for Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor (for Troy Kotsur), and Best Adapted Screenplay.
This was a big moment for the film industry. CODA was the first movie from a streaming service to win Best Picture. It was also the first Best Picture winner with mostly deaf actors. The film also won awards from the Producers Guild of America and the Writers Guild of America. The cast also won an award for their great acting together.
Meet the Cast
The actors in CODA did an amazing job bringing the story to life.
- Emilia Jones plays Ruby Rossi, the main character.
- Troy Kotsur plays Frank Rossi, Ruby's father.
- Daniel Durant plays Leo Rossi, Ruby's brother.
- Marlee Matlin plays Jackie Rossi, Ruby's mother.
- Eugenio Derbez plays Bernardo "Mr. V" Villalobos, the choir director.
- Ferdia Walsh-Peelo plays Miles, Ruby's friend.
- Amy Forsyth plays Gertie, Ruby's best friend.
- Kevin Chapman plays Brady.
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Sian Heder, the film's writer and director.
See also
In Spanish: CODA (película) para niños
