A Rare Glimpse into the Emotional Lives of Adults on the Autism Spectrum, this screening is to feature a Q&A with Don McGoen, Charles Gallagher, Pat Amos, and Tish Copeland.
(Phoenixville, PA) — Indie Lens Pop-Up, presented by the Independent Television Service (ITVS), Independent Lens, The Colonial Theatre and WHYY, is excited to offer an advance screening of Autism in Love, a film by Matt Fuller.
In Autism in Love, four adults at different places on the autism spectrum open up their personal lives as they navigate dating and romantic relationships. Eye-opening, first-person portrayals show that despite many challenges faced by those with autism, love can find a way. Through these stories, we see that autism isn’t a one-size-fits-all disorder, and just like neurotypical people (those without developmental disabilities), those on the spectrum also experience the complexity, heartache, and joy that all come when making a romantic connection. Autism in Love was called “affectionate but clear-eyed” by The Hollywood Reporter, and premieres on Independent Lens Monday, January 11 at 10/9c (check local listings) on PBS.
WHAT: FREE preview screening of Autism in Love, followed by a community discussion
WHO: Presenters: Indie Lens Pop-Up, The Colonial Theatre, WHYY
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 11:00AM
WHERE: The Cololnial Theatre, 227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
For more information, visit: http://itvs.org/films/autism-in-love/ or http://thecolonialtheatre.com/programs/autism-in-love/
About the Filmmakers
After graduating from the University of Central Florida, Matt Fuller began working for Sony Pictures Entertainment on the thriller Vacancy. While on the Sony backlot, he went on to work for director Nelson McCormick as he directed two Sony feature films, Prom Night and The Stepfather. Fuller then transitioned to MBST Entertainment, working under seasoned producers Scott Kroopf and Larry Brezner as a Creative Executive, and then became Director of Film and Television Development where he supervised the development and production of Warner Bros.’s Arthur and Relativity’s Limitless. In the fall of 2012, Fuller began his career as an independent filmmaker by directing and producing Autism in Love. He launched The InSight Picture Company where he continues to inspire individuals and communities with compelling, cinematic stories.
About Indie Lens Pop-Up
Indie Lens Pop-Up is a neighborhood series that brings people together for film screenings and community-driven conversations. Featuring documentaries seen on PBS’s Independent Lens, Indie Lens Pop-Up draws local residents, leaders and organizations to discuss what matters most, from newsworthy topics, to family and relationships. Make friends, share stories, and join the conversation. Can’t attend in person? Find Independent Lens on Facebook for information on our online Pop-Up events.
About Independent Lens
Independent Lens is an Emmy® Award-winning weekly series airing on PBS Monday nights at 10:00 pm. The acclaimed series features documentaries united by the creative freedom, artistic achievement, and unflinching visions of independent filmmakers. Presented by Independent Television Service, the series is funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people, with additional funding from PBS and the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. For more visitpbs.org/independentlens. Join the conversation atfacebook.com/independentlens and @IndependentLens.
