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Who Is Makayla Cain? Netflix Helps Nonverbal Teen Tell Her Story
Who Is Makayla Cain? Netflix Helps Nonverbal Teen Tell Her Story

In a time when the media is filled with gloomy news and grim incidents, Atlanta teenager Makayla Cain is offering inspiration to all. The 17-year-old is the subject of a mini-documentary, Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World . Originally introduced in 2023, the film follows the story of this amazing young girl living with a rare form of autism known as Phelan-McDermid Syndrome (PMS). Her father, music producer Khari “Needlz” Cain, and mother, Manana Cain, have worked tirelessly to get her the support she needs. When Makayla was 14, they discovered letter board therapy, which not only helped them communicate with Makayla but also allowed her to speak to the world. This touching documentary took home the award for Best Documentary Short at the Tribeca Film Festival in July 2024 before being picked up by Netflix. Since debuting on the streamer on Dec. 11, Makayla has started a conversation about the capabilities of nonverbal children and offered resources for parents. New Documentary...

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