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Son-Rise: A Miracle of Love (1979)
Wish it had updated references for the techniques employed
Its been over 4 decades since this movie was filmed and a lot of knowledge has been gained in the field of autism in the last 45 years. I wish the movie could be re-released with updated references confirming any trials with these methods or new methods. Today, its rare to see the type of autistic child exhibited in this film - the kids are either more of the savant/emotional disturbance side of the spectrum or the brain damage / mental retardation side of the spectrum and neither of these groups would likely benefit from the techniques employed in this movie. Every once in a while you see an "old fashioned typical autistic kid" (I know that's a cliche and no autistic kid is similar to another) but you know when you know you have seen a kid where maybe this family's efforts would be beneficial. I hope more people get to see this film and consider the possibilities, especially if their child falls in the middle like this.