Face 2 Face With David Peck

In this episode join David Peck, host of Face2Face, as he chats with filmmakers Anna Toomey and Sian Edwards Beale about their powerful documentary Left Behind, which sheds light on the struggles of children with dyslexia and the fight for literacy education reform. They explore the emotional impact of storytelling, the challenges of filmmaking, and why access to education is a civil rights issue. Join us for an insightful conversation on activism, community-driven filmmaking, and the transformative power of stories.Synopsis:Left Behind is a powerful documentary by filmmaker Anna Toomey that exposes the struggles faced by children with dyslexia and the systemic failures in literacy education. Through deeply personal stories, the film highlights the emotional and academic challenges these children endure, while also showcasing the tireless efforts of activists, educators, and parents fighting for change. Blending compelling narratives with critical insights, Left Behind reveals how education inequity dispropor