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Nyle DiMarco Joins as Executive Producer on SXSW Documentary The Way We Move

Nyle DiMarco has joined the documentary The Way We Move as an executive producer. The film chronicles the work of American Sign Language interpreter Amber Galloway and her training of new interpreters for major music events. It premiered at the 2026 SXSW Film Festival.

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Nyle DiMarco has boarded the feature documentary The Way We Move as an executive producer. The film follows the life and work of American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter Amber Galloway. It debuted at the 2026 SXSW Film Festival in the Documentary Spotlight section.

Amber Galloway specializes in interpreting at live music events. Her work aims to make music accessible to the Deaf community.

The documentary tracks Galloway as she trains new interpreters Julian Ortiz and Angela AV Vilavong. These recruits prepare for performances on major stages such as Austin City Limits, the Grammys, and the Super Bowl. Ortiz recently interpreted during Bad Bunny's halftime show at the Super Bowl.

Production Details The film is produced by Wagram Productions, a subsidiary of indie music label Wagram Stories; What's Up Films; and Autopilot, based in Paris and Los Angeles.

It received partial financing from Luxembourg-based impact investment fund Micellium and private investment advisor HORMÉ. The production companies announced DiMarco's involvement following the film's premiere. Representatives from What's Up Films and Wagram Productions stated that DiMarco's work in storytelling and social impact aligns with the film's focus on the Deaf community.

Autopilot representatives added that DiMarco's understanding of the film's themes makes his participation appropriate. Micellium's founder described support for the film as a decision based on its potential to influence cultural accessibility.

Background on Nyle DiMarco Nyle DiMarco was born into a multigenerational Deaf family and graduated from Gallaudet University, which specializes in education for the Deaf and hard of hearing.

He gained recognition as the first Deaf winner of America's Next Top Model in 2015. DiMarco has since worked as a model, actor, and director, including co-directing the 2025 Sundance documentary Deaf President Now!. DiMarco is an Emmy-nominated artist and advocate for the Deaf community.

He commented on the film's relevance to accessibility in culture.

Story Timeline

3 events
  1. April 14, 2026

    Nyle DiMarco boards The Way We Move as executive producer.

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  2. March 2026

    The Way We Move premieres at SXSW in Documentary Spotlight and closes La FIFA in Montreal.

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  3. February 2026

    Julian Ortiz interprets at Super Bowl halftime show for Bad Bunny.

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Potential Impact

  1. 01

    Increased visibility for ASL interpreters in music events through festival screenings.

  2. 02

    Broader distribution may enhance accessibility resources for Deaf audiences at live performances.

  3. 03

    Training depicted in film may inspire new ASL interpreters for entertainment.

  4. 04

    DiMarco's involvement could attract more funding for Deaf-focused documentaries.

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PublishedApr 14, 2026, 1:20 PM
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