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Autism is a World - CNN |  | Director: Gerardine Wurzburg
Actor: Narrated by Julianna Margulies
Studio: CNN Productions and State of the Art
List Price: $29.95
Buy New: $22.98
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Seller: detroitwhut
Rating:  52 reviews
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dubbed, NTSC
Region: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 40 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
UPC: 605548111937
EAN: 0605548111937
Release Date: June 14, 2005
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This Oscar-nominated documentary is a collection of thoughts written by autistic 26-year old Sue Rubin who takes viewers on a poignant journey into her world to educate the public while empowering the autistic community toward their potential. "This is not my voice, but these are my words," begins Rubin as she tells her story (narrated by Julianna Margulies) of being diagnosed with autism as a young child and assumed mentally retarded until, at age 13, she was trained to use Facilitated Communication, a verbal tool that enabled her mind to "wake up." Rubin was reassessed with an IQ that allowed her to attend high school and college and live on her own, assisted by a team of caregivers. The film briefly explains autism and how it affects the brain's wiring, yet is not meant to be a tutorial on neuro-biology but rather a personal attempt at unveiling a world that is both frustrating and confusing. Rubin discusses her feelings about solitude, social situations, and the need for familiar places and routines. Though autism will be her constant struggle, Rubin's story is both inspiring and thought provoking. While the film does not presume to be the final word on autism, it is a beginning--and a noble one at that. (Ages 12 and older) --Lynn Gibson
Description
"Autism is a World" is a documentary about Sue Rubin, who is autistic. Sue was diagnosed and treated as mentally retarded until the age of 13 when she began to communicate using a keyboard. Now she is a junior in college. In Sue's own words, "Autism is a World" takes the viewer on a journey into her mind, her daily world, and her life with autism. A co-production of CNN Productions and State of the Art, Inc., the film has been honored with numerous awards including a 2004 Academy Award nomination for Documentary Short Subject. With Closed Captioning, and two additional audio tracks: Audio Description of the Visually Impaired and Spanish.
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 The world has a lot to learn about autism April 25, 2010
H. James (Pleasant Valley, NY USA)
I'm late coming to this forum, but having owned the Autism is a World DVD since soon after it came out, and having loaned it to many (very impressed) people, I realized I need to purchase another. As a Speech/Language Pathologist with almost 18 years' experience with Autism and Facilitated Communication, I've had varying degrees of success with FC with dozens of people with Autism and have found Autism is a World to be a wonderful and exciting way to show many truths about autism.
Unfortunately, there are lots more "common sense" MISconceptions about autism out there than there are understandings of just how inconceivably complex and misleading this condition can be. How do I know that? Because I get my understanding (hopefully, constantly growing) of autism from people with autism. Now there's a novel idea! Seems simple enough, but I can assure you that you need to do more than read "scientific studies" to understand autism and FC.
Share this video with others, read some of the many wonderful books written by, or in collaboration with, people with autism. If possible, seek out individuals who use FC. Seeing may not be believing, but holding someone's hand or arm and feeling that person push YOUR hand toward the chosen letters (only after some coaching by a well-trained facilitator) is an amazing experience. FC isn't for everyone, but it opens the world to some.
Occupational Therapist gives thumbs up March 21, 2010
Joan Gerber (San Antonio,TX)
This documentary has stuck with me since I first saw it several years ago. I share it with Speech therapists, teachers and parent who are involved in bettering the lives of people with autism. It is a reminder to us to never underestimate these folks, no matter how "severe" their autism may seem. Seeing is believing. VERY powerful!
Amazing Video for Anyone Who Knows Someone with Autism February 19, 2010
S. M. Hamada (Irvine, CA)
This is an amazing video filled with many insights into the world of autism. There are so many unanswered questions and assumptions about what someone with autism is thinking and this movie allows entry into that world. It is an awe-inspiring movie about this woman, Sue, who finally has the ability to communicate the astounding level of intelligence she has to offer the world despite having the one hang up of autism. I would highly recommend this to anyone curious about autism.
Autism is a world May 29, 2009
Nita M. Day
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
'Autism is a World' is an incredible film. I manage a group home for Developmentaly Disabled adults. Every person I employ is given an opportunity to see this film and is floored at the insight they gain from it. I have found this film to be a very valuable tool and include it in the training of new staff. 'Autism is a World' has been very suucessful at helping viewers better understand the people we serve, resulting in stronger empathy and committment from my staff! This film is a must see for anyone working in this field or for those wanting to better understand persons with disabilities.
Autism is a World November 17, 2008
Roxie L. Roes (Holbrook, AZ)
This is a DVD that is written and produced by a woman with severe autism. I saw this in a college class that I took last year and was so impressed that I bought it to use for a training my staff. I am a teacher and I use this as part of the training when I get new staff because I teach a number of children with autism. It is a very good teaching tool to let us know how the mind of a person with autism works. I found it very profound and revealing. It is worth watching for anyone who knows or works with people who have autism. Autism is a World - CNN
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