Rachel Shenton uses sign language to deliver acceptance speech

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Rachel Shenton uses sign language to deliver acceptance speechRachel Shenton, who today took home the Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film for "The Silent Child", used sign language in her acceptance speech.

The 30-year-old actor stars in the short about a child Libby, played by Maisie Sly, who lives a silent life until a social worker (Shenton) teaches her to communicate through sign...
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