'I am first wheelchair user to direct Eastenders'
Briefly

Mr. Tooth described working on the flagship show as 'dreamy', expressing pride in his first directing role on EastEnders, a significant accomplishment after his wheelchair use.
Despite having a successful career before his accident, Mr. Tooth felt 'invisible' in meetings and struggled to find work as a wheelchair user, facing systemic barriers.
He noted that his experience on EastEnders was 'overwhelmingly positive' due to the inclusive environment, with crew members who are also wheelchair users.
Mr. Tooth emphasized the need for the film industry to address accessibility and inclusivity, highlighting that talent alone isn't enough if barriers exist.
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