Praying With Lior

As a 13-year-old Philadelphia boy with Down Syndrome, the high-functioning Lior has achieved an elevated status in his religious community as an inspirational leader with an especially close connection to the divine─while remaining at times awkward and burdensome to his family and friends. This affecting documentary chronicles Lior's unique life story and follows him as he prepares for his bar mitzvah. 87 min. Soundtrack: English; biography; bonus footage; deleted scenes.