Bulgaria's Abandoned Children is a documentary about the Mogilino Social Care Home in Bulgaria, focusing on 75 children with disabilities who were living there, many with limited or no speech due to years of institutional care. It was directed by Kate Blewett and originally released in 2007, with follow-up updates later. How to watch
- UK/UK-based access: The documentary has aired on BBC Four and has related BBC programs and pages that discuss it, including a BBC Two listing and a BBC program page. Availability for streaming may vary by region and time, and it has also been shown on related channels and streaming platforms associated with True Vision and Little Dot Studios. Look for:
- BBC program pages or BBC iPlayer listings (searching for Bulgaria's Abandoned Children or Mogilino care home documentaries could yield viewing options).
- True Vision or Little Dot Studios catalog pages for the film, which sometimes host or link to streaming or purchasing options.
- Documentary-focused platforms like Top Documentary Films or IMDb entries that may provide streaming pointers or rental options.
- Other options: The film appears in multiple documentary databases and has had various home video and streaming permutations over the years, sometimes accessible via educational or library services.
Notes on content and impact
- The film documents the harsh realities of institutional care for children with disabilities in Bulgaria, highlighting issues such as limited access to education, communication barriers, and the overall quality of care in care homes.
- It has sparked discussions about child welfare, disability rights, and European social care practices, and it has appeared in follow-up pieces and revisits to assess changes over time.
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