A review of the movie Shine
by“Shine’s” depiction of David Helfgott’s passionate pursuit and achievement of success as a pianist in spite of his severe mental challenges sends an uplifting…
Nils Skudra
A review of the movie Adam – now streaming on Netflix and Amazon
byThe ability of an individual on the autism spectrum to have a successful romantic relationship with a neurotypical individual is a profound theme that…
The burgeoning employment market for young adults on the spectrum
byPeople with autism are often viewed as socially inept because of their difficulties with social interaction and catching onto social cues, but autistic servers…
Review of The Good Doctor: Season Two
byBy Nils Skudra Last year’s premiere of the first season of The Good Doctor, starring Freddie Highmore as autistic surgical resident Shaun Murphy, drew…
A Review of Mozart and the Whale – Currently playing on Netflix
byMozart and the Whale is a film adapted from Jerry Newport and Mary Newport’s autobiographical book Mozart and the Whale: An Asperger’s Love Tale….
A lawyer with Aspergers – a review of Roman J. Israel, Esq.
by“Roman J. Israel, Esq.” takes a unique approach as a film about autism since its portrayal is made from the vantage point of an…
Dakota Fanning plays an #autistic protagonist in Please Stand By
byOne of the film’s significant strides is found in its focus on a strong female autistic protagonist since most movie depictions of autism feature…
Nils Skudra: how one autistic man overcame dire predictions
by“I wish people would understand that Asperger’s/Autism does not inhibit individuals from achieving their intellectual and professional potential. Autism presents significant social challenges but…