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Making “autistic” into the new R-word

If you are in the autism community in some form or another, chances are that you’ve already heard all about the uproar surrounding the new 21 Jump Street movie… if not, keep reading. So 21 Jump Street wa…
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close

I think Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close is what one might call a “Marmite” film, from the reviews I have read people either love it or hate it. People with experience of Aspergers seem to like the film…
The Biathalon at The Farmer's Market

Love the way Bari Weiss wrote this piece in the Wall Street Journal about revered Temple Grandin. It's a challenge to capture something new for those of us who've been around the block, heard Temple speak at conference…
"What are you doing?" Trailer: Autism Awareness

I’m incredibly excited about this film: What are you doing? Trailer from Autism Awareness on Vimeo. From their website: “What are you doing?” is a short film, created by Autism Awareness, which aims t…
As It Is In Heaven

Need a summer movie rental (for mature audience)? As It Is In Heaven, a Swedish film nominated for Best Foreign Film Hollywood Awards available from Netflix, is incredibly thought provoking. It is a compelling story…
AspieAffection.com

I remember back when I was trying to write that Sex and Aspergers blog, I was also looking for dating sites that had to do with people with Autism. I was told that sometimes, dating online can be pretty good for them,…
Tackling the Movies with Autism & Sensory Processing Disorder

Going to the movies with Heidi has always been a challenge; the sensory aspect of it is overwhelming.
He Sees Dead People

I've always had this sinking feeling Jaylen has a 6th sense. However, kids with Autism don't have the best eye contact, so it could be related to that. When he looks past me at something over my shoulder, I get chi…
From Finding Nemo to Shrek 3

One happy day a long time ago, when life appeared a lot less complicated, I sat in my cinema seat enjoying “Finding Nemo” with all the special effects that make a cinema visit so special. Beside me, my…
Trapped in their own body

Low functioning (severe) individuals with Autism are often referred to as being trapped in their own world or being in a body that simply doesn’t work the way it should. There is a new movie (Wretches & Jabb…