ReelFilm Closing Night 2026

ReelAbilities Houston Film & Arts Festival

Join us for our final film night of 2026 and a screening of Southpaw: The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott.

The River Oaks Theatre

Join ReelAbilities Houston for Night 4 of ReelFilm 2026 as we delve into the life of this year's ReelPeople speaker, Jim Abbott, and his remarkable story of athleticism and perseverance.Southpaw: The Life and Legacy of Jim AbbottDisability Represented: Limb Difference (Born without a right hand)Director: Mike Farrell Through archival footage, interviews, and intimate storytelling, Southpaw chronicles the extraordinary journey of Jim Abbott, a Major League Baseball pitcher born without a right hand. From his childhood in Flint, Michigan, to his unforgettable no-hitter at Yankee Stadium, the film explores Abbott’s resilience, ingenuity, and impact on generations of disabled athletes. With commentary from teammates, journalists, and Abbott himself, the documentary reveals not just a sports triumph but a powerful legacy of advocacy and inclusion.

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