# Izidor Story

> to belong is to be alive

Language: en
URL: https://izidorstory.com/

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## Pages

- [Child Welfare Form](https://izidorstory.com/child-welfare-form/): Information request IZIDOR is a film-based learning experience designed to strengthen foster parent training, support continuing education for child welfare professionals, and help rekindle the purpose and hope that sustain those serving vulnerable children. Complete this brief form so we can
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- [Login Designer](https://izidorstory.com/login-designer/): This page is used by Login Designer to preview the login form in the Customizer.
- [Church form](https://izidorstory.com/church-form/): Information request IZIDOR is a film-based learning experience that helps churches explore God’s heart for vulnerable children while equipping people to take practical next steps. For a church of 2000+ membership/attendance, please use this form to provide your information so we
- [Press kit](https://izidorstory.com/about/press-kit/): Contact Downloads Logline Trapped in a horrid, animated asylum, an orphan discovers a beautiful, real world exists outside the gate. Synopsis Disabled children are banished in 1988 communist Romania. But one daring nanny resolves to take 8-year-old Izidor outside for
- [Our Why](https://izidorstory.com/about/background/): Contact Producer Sarah Padbury Director David Kabbe Producer Izidor Ruckel Producer’s Statement Sarah Padbury As Mom to seven children, all of whom joined our family through adoption, I am driven to give voice to children who are missing a mom
- [Cast](https://izidorstory.com/about/cast/): Contact Iosua Barbu as Izidor (EE-zee-door) At age 8, Iosua’s standout audition earned him a lead role in his acting debut. Now 12, he enjoys clay modeling, playing guitar, and building STAR WARS Legos. He hopes playing Izidor marks the
- [Crew](https://izidorstory.com/about/crew/): The Contact Director/PRODUCER David Kabbe IZIDOR marks Dave’s narrative film directorial debut, building on his 20 years of experience producing, coordinating, and directing a diverse range of projects—from independent films and television to live events, tentpole premieres, talk shows, and
- [Izidor Story team](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-story-team/): About Izidor Who we are Izidor Story uses film to create meaningful change for vulnerable children and families, across child welfare and beyond. At the center of our work is IZIDOR, a 30-minute film designed not just to be watched, but
- [10 Questions](https://izidorstory.com/about/10-questions/): 10 Questions #1 What inspired the idea for this film? COURAGEOUS KINDNESS: Kindness is more than just being nice. Kindness shocks us because it takes courage. It requires great personal risk with no guarantee of reward. Yet in a moment
- [Contact](https://izidorstory.com/about/contact/): Contact us Send us a message
- [Education Form](https://izidorstory.com/education-form/): Information request IZIDOR is a film-based learning experience that uses one extraordinary true story as a case study to explore trauma, belonging, resilience, and courageous kindness. Complete this brief form so we can recommend the licensing option that best fits your
- [Organization form](https://izidorstory.com/organization-form/): Information request IZIDOR is a film-based learning experience designed to help organizations spark meaningful conversations and inspire practical action on behalf of vulnerable children. Complete this brief form so we can recommend the licensing option that best fits your goals and
- [Welcome](https://izidorstory.com/): https://vimeo.com/1042002431?share=copy Izidor One child’s story becomes a window into the struggles and hopes of vulnerable children everywhere. Stories shape how we see the world. Reflection changes what we do. IZIDOR is a film-based learning experience that becomes a catalyst for
- [About the film](https://izidorstory.com/about/): The short film Recent media coverage IZIDOR is a short film based on an awakening event in Izidor Ruckel's childhood. Izidor lived in a hidden institution for eight years where "defective" children were banished and abused in Communist Romania, never
- [About us](https://izidorstory.com/about-us/): About us Engaging quote from you or authority in your space About us content
- [Contact](https://izidorstory.com/contact/): Claes Jonasson Design LLC
- [Meet Izidor](https://izidorstory.com/meet-izidor/): About Izidor Set in 1988, IZIDOR is inspired by the true story of Izidor Ruckel. Abandoned as a baby after contracting polio, he grew up in one of Romania’s notorious state-run orphanages. These institutions, products of Nicolae Ceaușescu’s communist regime,
- [News](https://izidorstory.com/news/)
- [Izidor Limited Series](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-limited-series/): A disabled orphan escapes a hellish Romanian orphanage through adoption, only to grow up and discover he still isn’t free. LIMITED SERIES: Watch this 5-minute clip of Izidor revealing why post-Communist Romania had so many abandoned children and Izidor's goals for
- [Watch now](https://izidorstory.com/watch-now/): Watch now Individual rental Stream IZIDOR for watching at home or on the go. Incorporate IZIDOR in your organization’s work Packages for using IZIDOR in organizations, child welfare agencies, churches, and education. Packages include film streaming and downloadable discussion guides.
- [Individual rental](https://izidorstory.com/individual/): Individual rental Coming in 2026 The release date for Izidor for individual rental is still pending. To be the first to know when a date is set, be sure to sign up here to get our email updates:
- [Group viewing](https://izidorstory.com/groups/): Group licensing IZIDOR: A Transformative 30-minute Film Every IZIDOR experience begins with a shared viewing of the film, followed by a guided discussion.   The story opens the door to understanding, while deeper conversation helps participants connect what they’ve seen
- [Using the Izidor film in your Church](https://izidorstory.com/groups/churches/): From Compassion to Action Caring for orphaned and vulnerable children is a biblical calling. But knowing the call and knowing how to respond are two different things. IZIDOR gives that calling a face and a story. Through one family’s courageous act
- [Education](https://izidorstory.com/groups/education/): Bring Learning to Life Students can learn concepts from a textbook or lecture. IZIDOR gives them the opportunity to see those concepts lived out through a powerful human story. The film becomes a real-world case study, bringing academic concepts into
- [Organization](https://izidorstory.com/groups/organization/): One Film. Multiple Ways to Advance Your Mission. Creating an engaging event shouldn’t mean starting from scratch.  IZIDOR combines a powerful 30-minute film with ready-to-use discussion guides and promotional materials, making it easy to bring people together around your mission and
- [Child Welfare](https://izidorstory.com/groups/child-welfare/): A Different Story. Same Human Needs. Izidor’s story takes place in an institution, but the questions at its heart reach far beyond institutional care: What happens when a child grows up without consistent, nurturing relationships? What helps a young person
- [Take action](https://izidorstory.com/take-action/): Take action You’ve seen the story. Now you can be part of the change. Vulnerable children need safe homes, strong support, and caring adults willing to stand with them. There are many ways to make a difference: helping families in
- [Need help?](https://izidorstory.com/need-help/): Need help? If You’re Hurting, You’re Not Alone If Izidor’s story stirred up painful memories or left you feeling overwhelmed, please know this: you are not alone. Many people carry hidden wounds from childhood experiences, separation, loss, or trauma. If
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## Blog Posts

- [The Eddrick Show: Interview with Director David Kabbe](https://izidorstory.com/the-eddrick-show-interview-with-director-david-kabbe/) (2025-09-26): Podcaster Eddrick Jerome interviews director David Kabbe about the genesis of IZIDOR.
- [IZIDOR’s Big Summer 2025](https://izidorstory.com/izidors-big-summer-2025/) (2025-09-15): IZIDOR moves audiences around the world to tears, laughter, and most importantly - action.
- [DMovies: Witness Romania through the eye of an orphaned child](https://izidorstory.com/dirty-movies-dmovies-witness-romania-through-the-eye-of-an-orphaned-child/) (2025-06-04): DMovies talks with director David Kabbe about the real meaning of resilience, recording sound at an elementary school, and more...
- [‘izidor’ Review: Iosua Barbu is a marvel in the role of Izidor](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-review-iosua-barbu-is-a-marvel-in-the-role-of-izidor/) (2025-06-04): DMovies says IZIDOR is a movie that reminds adults of their inner child.
- [Film Daily: Hope wins](https://izidorstory.com/film-daily-hope-wins/) (2025-05-29): Film Daily interviews director David Kabbe on the power of courageous kindness.
- [Indie Wrap: Some films don’t just entertain — they move us.](https://izidorstory.com/indie-wrap-some-films-dont-just-entertain-they-move-us/) (2025-05-28): Indie Wrap asks director David Kabbe and writer/producer/actress Sarah Padbury what brought each of them to tell Izidor's story.
- [‘izidor’ Review: A fairy tale in the modern age](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-review-a-fairy-tale-in-the-modern-age/) (2025-05-26): Movie Blogger film critic Federico Furzan reviews IZIDOR.
- [Film Fugitives: Director David Kabbe on Romania’s sordid history](https://izidorstory.com/film-fugitives-director-david-kabbe-on-romanias-sordid-history/) (2025-05-03): Film Fugitives movie critic Pramit Chatterjee interviews David Kabbe about working with child actors, animation and the real meaning of the movie IZIDOR.
- [‘izidor’ Review: A stunning depiction of one child’s shot at escaping state-inflicted shame](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-review-a-stunning-depiction-of-one-childs-shot-at-escaping-state-inflicted-shame-and-isolation/) (2025-04-30): Rotten Tomatoes accredited global critic Ronak Kotecha reviews IZIDOR.
- [‘izidor’ Review: A whisper from the shadows of history](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-review-a-whisper-from-the-shadows-of-history/) (2025-04-22): GHMovie Freak film critic reviews IZIDOR, giving it a 5/5 star review! "IZIDOR uncovers a forgotten injustice..."
- [Bond on Cinema: What happens when Izidor experiences family for the first time?](https://izidorstory.com/bond-on-cinema-what-happens-when-izidor-experiences-family-for-the-first-time/) (2025-04-21): YouTube film critic Ward Bond hosts an in-depth interview with David Kabbe and Sarah Padbury.
- [‘izidor’ Review: Get That Movie](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-review-get-that-movie/) (2025-04-10): Get That Movie film critic and YouTuber Ale Turdo reviews IZIDOR, giving it a 9/10 star review...
- [‘izidor’ Review:  A Tender Glimpse into a Hidden Past](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-review-a-tender-glimpse-into-a-hidden-past/) (2025-04-05): Scene for Scene film critic Reina K gives IZIDOR a 4.5-star review. "In just under thirty minutes, IZIDOR manages to stir the soul, break your heart, and gently piece it back together again..."
- [‘izidor’ Review: A Short Film That Hits Like a Sledgehammer](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-review-a-short-film-that-hits-like-a-sledgehammer/) (2025-04-05): Action Reloaded film critic Jeff Turner gives IZIDOR a 5-star review, calling it "unmissable"!
- [‘izidor’ Review: An artfully sincere homage to survivors](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-review-an-artfully-sincere-homage-to-survivors/) (2025-03-28): Cinemacy founder and film critic Morgan Rojas reviews IZIDOR.
- [Authority Magazine: Things I wish someone told me](https://izidorstory.com/authority-magazine-sarah-padbury-of-izidor-story-things-i-wish-someone-told-me-when-i-first-became-a-filmmaker/) (2025-03-14): Authority Magazine interviews writer/producer Sarah Padbury about her journey from advocating for children through adoption to writing and producing the film IZIDOR.
- [Grit Daily: Conversation with Indie Filmmaker David Kabbe](https://izidorstory.com/grit-daily-conversation-with-indie-filmmaker-david-kabbe-izidor-film/) (2025-03-04): Grit Daily interviews director David Kabbe about the struggle to secure funding for independent films and the use of AI to augment animation.
- [Romania Insider: From hopelessness to hope](https://izidorstory.com/romania-insider-a-romanian-orphanage-survivors-path-to-healing-in-izidor-a-short-film/) (2025-02-17): Romania Insider interviews producer Izidor Ruckel, director David Kabbe, and lead actress Sarah Padbury about the new short film, IZIDOR.
- [IZIDOR the film is finished!](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-film-finished/) (2024-11-24): IZIDOR, the short film, finishes production. Read what is planned next and how to view the 30-minute movie.
- [Libertatae (video): Sighetu Marmatiei, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/libertatae-video-sighetu-marmatiei-romania/) (2023-09-12): LIBERTATAE follows Izidor in his hometown of Sighetu Marmatiei as settles into a new home and looks for work. (English with Romanian subs.)
- [Libertatea (article): Sighetu Marmatiei, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/libertatea-sighetu-marmatiei-romania/) (2023-09-12): LIBERTATAE interviews Izidor in his hometown of Sighetu Marmatiei about his efforts to live in Romania in 2023.
- [IZIDOR Production Update (Spring 2023)](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-production-update-spring-2023/) (2023-03-24): Izidor Ruckel, David Kabbe (Director) and Sarah Padbury (Producer) provide an update on the production timeline and fundraising effort.
- [“All of Life” Podcast: The Power of Belonging](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-producer-podcast-interview/) (2022-05-13): Sarah Padbury, producer and writer of the short film IZIDOR, participates in a panel discussion on belonging and hospitality on the "All of Life" podcast at Redemption Church Tempe (Arizona).
- [Short film update: GREAT news!](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-story-report-from-romania-filming/) (2021-11-03): The IZIDOR production team gives an overview of their 5-week timeline to shoot the live action sequences in Romania, including first hiring actors and finding locations!
- [REAL BOY FOR A DAY: A short film](https://izidorstory.com/real-boy-for-a-day-a-short-film/) (2021-05-21): In December 2020, we announced we had entered pre-production for the narrative limited series IZIDOR, based on the true story of Izidor Ruckel. Now, we are pleased to announce we will preview the series with a short film called REAL
- [“Your Day Brighter” Podcast: Izidor Ruckel’s Incredible Journey to Healing](https://izidorstory.com/abandoned-adopted-advocate-izidor-ruckels-incredible-journey-to-healing/) (2021-01-27): Tracey Tiernan interviews orphan advocate Izidor Ruckel and screenwriter Sarah Padbury on her podcast, "Your day brighter: Real reasons to have hope in this world." The duo discuss how they met, Izidor's journey from orphan to advocate, and how they
- [IZIDOR limited series begins pre-production!](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-limited-series-begins-pre-production/) (2020-12-16): The time has come! I never could have imagined this when I was ten. Izidor looks out his old window in 2015. Back then, I remember staring out the orphanage window for hours at a time, wondering if there was
- [[ROMANIAN Translation] The Atlantic: Can an unloved child learn to love?](https://izidorstory.com/romanian-translation-the-atlantic-can-and-unloved-child-learn-to-love/) (2020-07-17): The Atlantic's July 2020 feature article by Melissa Greene about Izidor Ruckel was translated into Romanian by DOR, Romania's leading magazine of literary nonfiction. It includes new photos of Izidor's journey. Read the story here in Romanian. Read the original story
- [The Atlantic: Can an unloved child learn to love?](https://izidorstory.com/the-atlantic-can-an-uloved-child-learn-to-love/) (2020-06-18): The Atlantic takes a deep dive into Izidor Ruckel's story of surviving a horrific Romanian orphanage. Presenting comprehensive analysis of institutionalized children from experts, the almost 9,000-word story is the most in-depth look to date of what he and tens
- [Ruckel attends Romanian premiere of ‘The Story of Us with Morgan Freeman’](https://izidorstory.com/ruckel-attends-romanian-premiere-of-the-story-of-us-with-morgan-freeman-and-heads-back-to-the-u-s/) (2018-01-16): Ruckel ends two years' service with successful event On January 10th, Izidor Ruckel attended the Romanian premiere of The Story of Us with Morgan Freeman in Bucharest. The event, held in Cinema Pro’s largest theater, drew over 400 people, including
- [Morgan Freeman interviews Izidor Ruckel for new docuseries](https://izidorstory.com/morgan-freeman-interviews-izidor-ruckel-for-new-docuseries/) (2017-10-02): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Morgan Freeman interviews Izidor Ruckel for new docuseriesThe Story of Us with Morgan Freeman highlights the power of love with Ruckel’s story LOS ANGELES, Calif., October 2, 2017 – Morgan Freeman interviewed Izidor Ruckel for the six-part docuseries The
- [Izidor Ruckel intervievat de Morgan Freeman pentru un serial de televiziune](https://izidorstory.com/1461-2/) (2017-10-02): PENTRU  DISTRIBUȚIE IMEDIATA Izidor Ruckel intervievat de Morgan Freeman pentru un serial de televiziune"Povestea noastră" cu Morgan Freeman evidențiază puterea dragostei prin povestea lui Izidor Ruckel. LOS ANGELES, Calif., 2 Octombrie, 2017 – Morgan Freeman la intervievat pe Ruckel pentru un
- [BAMA Mediaworks: Budapest, Hungary](https://izidorstory.com/bama-mediaworks-budapest-hungary/) (2017-08-23): Izidor Ruckel is interviewed regarding a report by the Romanian Prosecutor's Office on the Crime of Communism (IICCMER), which documents the era's lack of care for orphans. (Story archived.)
- [Antena 1 Observator: Bucharest, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/antena-1-observator-bucharest-romania/) (2017-06-01): Izidor, supravieţuitorul din „Orfelinatul Groazei“ din Sighetu Marmaţiei: Există copii care. The Observator interviews Izidor Ruckel about the long-term effects of orphanage life. Watch the interview here.
- [Izidor’s first 10 months in Romania – and counting!](https://izidorstory.com/izidors-first-10-months-in-romania-and-counting/) (2017-02-14): In April 2016, as Izidor was packing up to head back to the United States after a one-month visit to Romania, he received a one-year job offer from Love Light Romania (LLR). Izidor decided to stay and work with the
- [Mix Actual: Brașov, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/mix-actual-brasov-romania/) (2016-09-27): Izidor Ruckel and Azota Popescu (left) of the Catharsis Association interview on Mix Actual inBrașov, Romania. Watch the full interview here.
- [Breaking News: Izidor Ruckel moves to Romania](https://izidorstory.com/breaking-news-izidor-ruckel-moves-to-romania/) (2016-04-25): BUCHAREST, ROMANIA>> In a Bucharest apartment last week, Izidor Ruckel was packing to return to the United States when his phone buzzed. “Hi Izidor, sorry do not want to disturb you, I know you are busy,” said the text message.
- [ProTV’s La Măruţă: Bucharest, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/protvs-la-maruta-bucharest-romania/) (2016-04-18): Izidor, filmul copiilor salvati din Iad Cătălin Măruță, well-known host of the talk show "La Măruță," interviewed Izidor Ruckel and his manager, Sarah Padbury, about Izidor's efforts to turn his life story into a film. Watch the interview here.
- [BBC News: London, United Kingdom](https://izidorstory.com/bbc-news-london-united-kingdom-uk/) (2016-04-06): The Brixton Broadcasting Corporation (BBC News) interviewed Izidor Ruckel about growing up in a Romanian orphanage. View the story on BBC News. (4 minutes) Listen to the BBC Radio interview. (11 minutes)
- [BBC Radio: London, United Kingdom](https://izidorstory.com/bbc-radio-interviews-izidor-ruckel/) (2016-03-29): BBC Radio in-depth interview with Izidor Ruckel on Mar. 28, 2016 about institutionalized life in Communist Romania. Listen to the BBC Radio interview. (11 minutes) View the BBC News story. (4 minutes)
- [Los Angeles Times: Former Romanian orphan in the U.S. helps…](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-ruckel-featured-in-los-angeles-times/) (2016-01-04): Los Angeles Times reporter John M. Glionna traveled to Colorado in 2015 to interview Izidor Ruckel. The meeting reunited Glionna and Ruckel for the first time since 1991. Glionna's first story covered Ruckel's transition into his new adoptive family after arriving in America at
- [Izidor Ruckel reveals new film on live radio show](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-ruckel-interviewed-on-stacy-petty-show-movie-sarah-padbury-radio/) (2015-08-08): Izidor Ruckel and his manager, Sarah Padbury, participated in a two-hour radio interview on the Stacy Petty Show on Friday, Aug. 7. The live broadcast is a daily show on 1310 KFKA, a news talk AM radio station, based in Greeley, Colo., within reach of one million
- [TVR: Bucharest, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/tvr-bucharest-romania/) (2015-07-15): Abandonaţi pe viaţă. Poveşti din orfelinatele groazei. Izidor Ruckel, several other adoptees, and government officials discuss Romanian international adoption issues. Watch the TVR story here.
- [Izidor Ruckel concludes 2-month tour of Romania](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-ruckel-concludes-2-month-tour-of-romania-orphan-florica-popescu-oradea-brasov-bucharest-protv/) (2015-05-30): Izidor Ruckel returned to the United States in early May after a two-month stay in Romania, his birth country. Due to major press coverage around the country and across Europe throughout his trip, citizens began approaching Ruckel in every city
- [Radio Transilvania: Cluj, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/izidors-interview-on-radio-transilvania/) (2015-04-03): Radio Transilvania interview with international adoptees Izidor Ruckel, Veronica Clark and Alex Kush in Cluj, Romania. "My goal in Romania is to create advocacy with citizens within the country.  the purpose for international adoption that I am personally fighting for
- [TVR 1: Brașov, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/salvati-din-orfelinate-acum-vor-ei-sa-ajute-copiii-orfani-din-romania/) (2015-03-21): lvaţi din orfelinate. Acum vor ei să ajute copiii orfani din România A Stirile TVR1 news story announcing Izidor and Alex Kush's speaking engagement in Brașov, Romania. "...After nearly a quarter century, Isidor and Alexander, two young adopted from the former
- [Romanian Global News: Bucharest, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-ruckel-isi-reintalneste-in-romania-familia-biologica-care-l-a-abandonat-si-colegii-din-orfelinatul-groazei-de-la-sighet-la-24-de-ani-de-la-adoptie/) (2015-03-17): Izidor Ruckel îşi reîntâlneşte, în România, familia biologică care l-a abandonat şi colegii din orfelinatul groazei de la Sighet, la 24 de ani de la adopţie Romanian Global News featured Izidor's spring 2015 trip to Romania and his efforts to help
- [Izidor Ruckel a hit on live Romanian TV](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-ruckel-a-hit-on-live-romanian-tv/) (2015-03-17): Ruckel’s Facebook page explodes during six nights of live interviews on ProTV’s “La Măruță” Izidor and Marlys visit Tasnad, Romania BUCHAREST, ROMANIA 3/17/15: Izidor Ruckel’s scheduled 2-day interview on ProTV’s “La Măruță” was extended to 6 days on the live
- [ProTV’s La Măruţă: Bucharest, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-ruckel-on-protvs-la-maruta-adoption-international-romania-orphan/) (2015-03-16): On March 9, 2015, Izidor Ruckel was interviewed on live TV by Cătălin Măruţă on ProTV's "La Măruţă" in Bucharest, Romania. His appearance on the show was extended to six days (Mar 9-13 and 16) due to skyrocketing ratings when his adoptive mom,
- [Stirile ProTV: Bucharest, Romania](https://izidorstory.com/izidor-s-a-reintalnit-cu-parintii-care-l-au-abandonat-in-orfelinatul-groazei-din-sighet-reactia-mamei-sale-biologice_adoption_romania_ruckel/) (2015-03-12): Izidor s-a reintalnit cu parintii care l-au abandonat in orfelinatul groazei din Sighet. Reactia mamei sale biologice A Stirile ProTV news story featuring Izidor's return to Romania in March 2015 and reunion with his biological parents. "Izidor reunited with parents who