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Release of Being Heumann biopic

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Apple Original Films has released the first teaser trailer for ‘Being Heumann’, a drama directed by Siân Heder that depicts the life of disability rights activist Judy Heumann. The film stars Ruth Madeley as Heumann and Mark Ruffalo as U.S. Health Secretary Joseph Califano, focusing on the historic 1977 occupation of a federal building known as the 504 sit-in. Previously premiered at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), the production highlights the 28-day protest that served as a critical precursor to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Director Heder has emphasized the importance of casting actors with disabilities, noting that the crew worked to manage the logistical complexities of accommodating diverse physical needs during production. Recent details clarify that the narrative follows Heumann as she leads activists in a San Francisco federal building, resulting in what is described as the longest occupation of a federal building in U.S. history. The film depicts the movement's struggle for equality and demands for accessibility in the face of government inaction. The film is scheduled for a limited theatrical release in the United States on November 6, 2026, with a global streaming release on Apple TV following on November 13, 2026.

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