Iranian-born filmmaker, Saj Adibs, moved from Tehran to Naperville, IL with his family when he was only 13. Adibs' inability to communicate with anyone around him as a young teen has given him unique insight in the making of Louder Than Words; the story of deaf families who desire to provide their children with alternate ways of communication.

An act of kindess publicising the plight of some of the world's poorest children has led to popular TV actor Larry Lamb loosing his ability to hear in one ear.