Deaf Santa Claus
December 14, 2025
1:00pm | SIFF Film Center
Presented by Grand Illusion Cinema
With an uncanny resemblance to the icon himself, Charles Graves chases his dream of becoming a professional Deaf Santa Claus. Filmmakers chronicle Charles and his family as he attends Santa school and enlists the support of others in an attempt to better provide for his loved ones.
SIFF year-round passes and vouchers are not valid for this screening.
Directed by Ben Shelton and Anthony Mowl, the film offers unique perspectives on navigating Deaf and hearing worlds in a story about family, fatherhood, and creating new traditions.
“An uplifting look at passion and representation … Like its bubbly and lovable protagonist, this film is sure to put a smile on its audiences’ faces.”—Abe Friedtanzer, Awards Buzz
- Director: Ben Shelton, Anthony Mowl
- Principal Cast: Charles Graves
- Country: USA
- Year: 2025
- Running Time: 109 min.
- Language: English, ASL