HBO And Xfinity In Partnership With The Georgia Branch Of The International Dyslexia Association And The Schenck School To Host Atlanta Premiere Of "THE BIG PICTURE: RETHINKING DYSLEXIA" At The Carter Center On Tuesday, October 2

HBO And Xfinity In Partnership With The Georgia Branch Of The International Dyslexia Association And The Schenck School To Host Atlanta Premiere Of "THE BIG PICTURE: RETHINKING DYSLEXIA" At The Carter Center On Tuesday, October 2

Filmmakers James Redford and Karen Pritzker Scheduled to Attend

Panel Discussion on Dyslexia to Follow Screening





WHAT: The invitation-only Atlanta premiere of the HBO
Documentary Film THE BIG PICTURE: RETHINKING DYSLEXIA,
presented by HBO and Xfinity, in partnership with the
Georgia Branch of the International Dyslexia Association
and The Schenck School. A panel discussion will
immediately follow the screening.

For millions of people with dyslexia, the act of reading
can be a devastating hurdle, making their path to
success in school and life more challenging. Directed
by James Redford, THE BIG PICTURE: RETHINKING DYSLEXIA,
is a personal, touching and sometimes humorous look at
this developmental reading disorder, offering a broader
and clearer view of the minds of people with dyslexia.
Spotlighting a cross-section of individuals, including
Redford's own son, Dylan, and featuring interviews with
notable dyslexics, including investment pioneer Charles
Schwab, business magnate Richard Branson, high-profile
lawyer David Boies, and Cal. Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom, the
film reveals how an individual's unique strategies for
coping can help lead to success in life.

WHO: -James Redford --Director/Producer, THE BIG PICTURE:
RETHINKING DYSLEXIA
-Karen Pritzker --Executive Producer, THE BIG PICTURE:
RETHINKING DYSLEXIA
-Jennifer Topple --President, Georgia Branch of the
International Dyslexia Association
-Gena W. Calloway, M. Ed. --Head of School, The Schenck
School

Panel Discussants
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-James Redford
-Judith Simmermon, Ph.D. --licensed psychologist and IDA
member
-Britney Caudell --alumnus and teacher at The Schenck
School who is dyslexic
-Gloria Clark -- 15-year-old student at Decatur High
School who is dyslexic
-Donna Lowry --Education Reporter, WXIA NBC 11 (11Alive)
will moderate the discussion

WHEN: Tuesday, October 2, 2012:
5:15-6:15 p.m. -- On-site media interviews in green room
5:30-6:30 p.m. --Reception in the lvan Allen III
Pavilion
6:45 p.m. -- Screening in Cecil B. Day Chapel
8:00 p.m. -- Panel discussion
8:20 p.m. -- Dessert reception

WHERE: The Carter Center
453 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30307
Complimentary valet parking will be provided.

DETAILS: Director-producer James Redford hopes that the
documentary will help promote "a broader and better
understanding of dyslexia and will help make the world a
better place" for those afflicted. While the study and
treatment of dyslexia has become more widespread, there
remains much to be done in dispelling the myths
surrounding it, as well as diagnosing and treating those
in need. As we learn, the challenge posed by dyslexia
can also be a gift, as many people with dyslexia
naturally think outside the box and see the big picture
- often finding alternative solutions to problems that
others might not see. The exclusive HBO documentary THE
BIG PICTURE: RETHINKING DYSLEXIA will debut on Monday,
October 29 (7:00 pm ET/PT) during National Dyslexia
Awareness Month.

The film was produced by Karen Pritzker, James Redford
and Windy Borman. Drs. Sally and Bennett Shaywitz served
as scientific advisors.
For more information on THE BIG PICTURE: RETHINKING
DYSLEXIA please visit
Facebook.com/HBODocs, Twitter: @HBODocs #Dyslexia and
youtube.com/hbodocs.
Advance telephone and onsite interviews available
Media requests should be directed to: Valerie Harris, HBO,
404-966-2445 or valerie@kinseygrouppr.com

*Clip reels are available for broadcast media*

/PRNewswire -- Sept. 27, 2012/

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