The focus of two previous posts, including this one , has been the documentaries of Keri Bowers and Normal Films.
‘The Sandwich Kid: A Film About Siblings & Disabilities’ is another documentary by Bowers, this time featuring the then 12-year-old brother of her Autistic son, Jace King…
…[the film] contains interviews with children who have siblings with disabilities, and examines the emotions and pressures these kids experience.
…In “The Sandwich Kid,” Jace explains his title: “I’m in the middle of everything that goes on with the disabilities my brother has, and I don’t get as much attention.” His film shows interviews of siblings from a variety of backgrounds, ranging from ages 6 to 59. They describe the effects of teasing from other children, and their concerns as their sibling grows older.
“A lot is expected of these kids, and they often grow up more quickly because they are afraid to make waves or express their needs,” mother Keri Bowers said. Although ‘sandwich kids’ can harbor a lot of anger and resentment, studies have also shown that they can become mature, compassionate leaders who want to protect their families…
Here is a link to a preview of the documentary, which was released in 2007: The Sandwich Kid - YouTube
(source: Free Film Festival Focuses on Siblings of Children With Special Needs - Entertainment News - redOrbit )