Jennifer and June Gibbons: the Silent Twins

The video explores the life of June and Jennifer Gibbons, known as the Silent Twins, who were born in Barbados and faced racial discrimination in the UK. Their strong bond led them to communicate only with each other, resulting in social withdrawal. Despite attempts to integrate them, they remained isolated, eventually turning to creative writing. Legal issues and mental health challenges followed, leading to their detention in a mental hospital. Believing one must die for the other to be free, Jennifer sacrificed herself, allowing June to lead a normal life. Their story inspired various media productions.

What societal issues did the twins face growing up in the UK?

What creative outlets did the twins explore during their isolation?

In what ways did the lives of June and Jennifer inspire media productions?