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‘Being Heumann’ Review: Siân Heder’s ‘CODA’ Follow-Up Is an Essential Biopic That’s Not Afraid to Have Some Fun

Heder's look at a remarkable period in activist Judy Heumann's work is life-affirming in myriad ways, and boasts a star turn from Ruth Madeley.

'Being Heumann'

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[Editor’s note: This review was originally published on September 10, 2026 during the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival. Apple will release the film in select theaters on Friday, November 6 and on Apple TV on Friday, November 13.]

When Siân Heder’s “CODA” premiered at Sundance in 2021 (during the festival’s online-only “pandemic year” and months and months before the film would go on to win Best Picture), it became an early favorite of mine.…