• The Power to Move

Technical details

Documentary Feature - US - 50 minutes 42 seconds - English (With subtitles)

Cast and Credits

Director - Emma Rimsa

Director - Nathaniel Hamilton

Writer - Emma Rimsa

Writer - Nathaniel Hamilton

Producer - Nathaniel Hamilton

Editors - Emma Rimsa

Key Cast

Thomas Quiter

LVFF 2026 Award Nominations

Best Documentary Feature

Best Documentary Film

Disability Experience Award

For five years, Thomas Quiter was confined to his home after insurance denied him a wheelchair. Now, after a multi-year journey with engineers and disability advocates, he is unveiling open-source wheelchair technology. The project gives users access to equipment and repairs without bureaucratic delays or denials, sparking an overdue movement to remove barriers and enable truly independent lives for the disabled community.

Screening Details:

disability experience. April 22nd 2026. 18:30pmpm-11:00pm. Venue to be announced.

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Director biography

- Emma Rimsa, Nathaniel Hamilton

Emma and Nathaniel are Chicago-based filmmakers who tell the stories of overlooked people and places. They have worked with organizations like the American Cancer Society, Easterseals, Miss Amazing, Pacific Legal Foundation, and many others.