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Temple Grandin
'Different, not less.' Temple Grandin's mom said it before the world was ready to hear it. 🧠🐄
Who it's for
A rare biopic made with its subject's direct approval: Grandin spent hours with Claire Danes and watched filming.
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Feelings it meets
What it is
HBO biographical film directed by Mick Jackson, with Claire Danes as Temple Grandin, who was diagnosed with autism as a child and faced low expectations. As a teenager visiting her aunt's Arizona ranch, she watches cattle being calmed in a squeeze chute and uses it herself to soothe her anxiety. Encouraged by her science teacher Dr.
Where to find it
Max (HBO) · also buy on major digital stores.
Before you start
Heads up: Graphic slaughterhouse scenes; bullying.
Age: NR / TV (Common Sense: 14+)
I like good strong words that mean something.Louisa May Alcott, Little Women, Chapter FOUR
