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| Some of these movies and documentaries are well known and have made an impact in changing people's way of seeing autism. |
It is true that having a disorder such as autism can be a significant challenge, but it does not have to be a bad thing. This is the message that these films want to share with others. In addition to helping raise awareness about this disorder, these films often highlight the best features of autism.
Here’s a list of films and documentaries about autism that can help raise awareness:
Temple Grandin (2010)
Based on a true story, Temple Grandin is about an autistic woman who overcame the limitations of her condition and became an expert and one of the top scientists in the animal husbandry field.
She did not talk until she was three and a half years old, she was lucky to get Speech Therapy at a young age. Her mother and some of her teachers were very supportive which helped her become the successful woman she is. Today she is a professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University.
A Mile in his Shoes (2011)
Based on the novel "The Legend of Mickey Tussler";
An 18-year-old boy with Asperger syndrome, who joins a minor-league baseball team and faces an immense amount of challenges in the competitive world of this sport. The message behind Michael’s story is to prove that with strength and support anyone can achieve their goals.
My name is Khan (2010)
Rizwan Khan is a Muslim child who has autism (Asperger Syndrome). However, he has certain gifts, particularly a unique ability to repair things. He lived with his brother Zakir and his mother in a middle-class family in Mumbai.
The adult Rizwan marries a Hindu mother, Mandira, in San Francisco. After 9/11, Rizwan is imprisoned by authorities who mistook his disability for suspicious behavior. Afterwards, he meets Radha, a therapist who helps him deal with his disorder. Rizwan then begins a journey to meet US President Bush to clean his name.
God’s ears (2008)
The story centers on the life of Noah Connelly, a boxer with a determined opponent: autism. He then meets a dancer named Alexia, and together, they discover that fighting is tough, especially when it’s a battle about love.
Autism in Love (2015)
Autism in Love is a documentary following four adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders as they search for love and handle romantic relationships. This story shows how demanding it is to face triumphs and challenges, and the unique experience of finding and navigating love when on the spectrum.
Miracle Run (2004)
Miracle Run it's about a single mom, Corrine, whose life changes dramatically when she discovers that her twins are autistic. The constant social stigma and discrimination of autistic children are present throughout the movie. She is determined to fight this stigma and to have her sons be treated like any other child. She refuses to give up on their potential and, thanks to her incredible support, her boys accomplish the unimaginable. The end proves that autistic children can do anything that any other child can do too.
The United States of Autism (2013)
This documentary is about a man that travels during 40 days across America to visit 20 families and individuals affected by autism to find answers for his own son.
It’s a very interesting documentary because it shows how a disorder like this affects different cultures, races, and religions.
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| Movies like 'My Name Is Khan' have been trendy and made a significant impact on people. |
Autism Speaks also shares some other interesting films and documentaries about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
These are some of many films and documentaries about autism that have compelling messages; these usually focus on positive ways of seeing life and using effort and dedication to reach any goal. Films and documentaries about autism help raise awareness about this disorder and work very well to inform others about the existence of this disorder.
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