"This Close" Stars Josh Feldman and Shoshannah Stern Discuss Navigating Diversity On Screen

The It Gets Better Project caught up with Josh Feldman and Shoshannah Stern to discuss "This Close," their new Sundance Now show that illustrates the experiences of the deaf and queer communities in new and interesting ways.
About The Show:
Dealing with work, romance and family drama is never easy. But BFFs Kate and Michael, who are both deaf and live in Los Angeles, are about to face new challenges - including a bad breakup, being tokenized at work and a troubling secret - all of which test their bond in surprising ways. If they want to survive the rough road ahead, they’ll have to be there for each other - no matter what. Thrilling, smart, funny and uncompromising, this groundbreaking new series created by-and-starring deaf actor-writer duo Shoshannah Stern and Josh Feldman, also features acclaimed actors Cheryl Hines (CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM) Academy Award-winner Marlee Matlin and Zach Gilford (FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS).
About It Gets Better:
The It Gets Better Project exists to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe.
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[@bipinrajput1887]

Best combination.... lots Of love for you and for your ideas

[@nicolesavioz6601]

Excellent movie!

[@garethbritagne6566]

Josh has such beautiful eyes....

[@bengbengvalentino4696]

I luve yuu josh 😍😘🤩 i am from indonesia... glad to.meet yuu

[@markvargas5926]

Wait I thought she could speak. Or would she rather use sign language

[@Charlotte-wx4jz]

Mark Vargas she can speak but as you say it is preference. Most interviews with verbal deaf people, that I have seen, they have been translated like this. Also I guess for ease of translation, and understanding for the hearing audience, maybe?