Filmmakers Susan Hannah Hadary and William A. Whiteford are a dynamic team noted for celebrating the human spirit through their works. They have dedicated themselves to documenting inspirational stories of "ordinary people," especially children living with exceptional life circumstances. Whiteford and Hadary received a 1999 Academy Award® in the category of Documentary Short Subject for KING GIMP, which was broadcast on HBO. Directed by Whiteford and co-produced by Hadary and Whiteford, KING GIMP tells the courageous story of young, physically challenged artist Dan Keplinger. Whiteford and Hadary began exploring their passion for subjects focusing on children with disabilities early in their careers. Producer Susan Hadary graduated from Bennington College and got an advanced degree from Catholic University. After graduating from Bennington, she taught at a missionary school in Africa, where she worked with blind children. She continued her work with the vision-impaired at American University. Hadary subsequently wrote and produced the 2005 TV series "Critical Hour", which Whiteford directed.  Best Achievement in Documentary Short Subjects 1999: KING GIMP - Producer (w. William A. Whiteford) 1 nomination, 1 Award