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Autism: The Musical
Your kid isn't too much. They might just need a different stage.
Who it's for
Parents of autistic children often feel isolated and judged, and the film shows several families under similar strains, which normalises the exhaustion and worry.
Feelings it meets
What it is
Autism: The Musical is a documentary written and directed by Tricia Regan that premiered at the 2007 Tribeca Film Festival and aired on HBO from 2008. It follows five autistic children in Los Angeles and their parents over about six months as the children rehearse and create a musical with The Miracle Project, a theater program founded by acting coach Elaine Hall.
Where to find it
Originally broadcast on HBO (2008); DVD via Docurama. Streaming availability rotates; check JustWatch.
Before you start
Heads up: Child meltdowns; parents' divorce.
Age: Not verified (suggested 10+)
Your children are not your children. They are the sons and daughters of Life's longing for itself.Kahlil Gibran, The Prophet, “On Children”
