"The D Word: Understanding Dyslexia" presents an in-depth explanation of a disease that plagues millions of Americans. Modern-day learning disorders are often frowned upon by many schools. This documentary follows the lives of several people including large business owners, a surgeon, a college graduate, and grade-schoolers all affected by dyslexia.

Normally an inhibitor, "The D Word" portrays dyslexia as an opportunity for something to be learned from. Sure the interviewees described their down days but more importantly the focus was kept on the progress. Each story showcased a different struggle and a different solution but always the same outcome: success.

Utilizing multiple personalities allowed the audience to get a deeper look into the struggles of this learning disability. We saw a teenage boy trying to get into the college of his dreams with not-so-hot test scores. We heard Charles Schwab talk about his struggles and how it hasn’t stopped him from being successful. We even witnessed a surgeon. The amount of diversity presented definitely made the film that much more insightful.

This film is a can-do film. Dyslexia does not define you as a person but it sure shapes you. The people introduced are an inspiration to everyone in the audience. With every situation thrown at you there is a way to adapt and succeed and prosper.

After leaving lifted, I would highly recommend this film not only to understand dyslexia, something not talked about enough, but to receive inspiration in your life. If these people can be as successful and well rounded as they are with a learning disability that teachers thought would be so detrimental, why can’t we? "The D Word: Understanding Dyslexia," directed by James Redford is a pleasure to experience.