Review of Temple Grandin (2010) by Jake . — 02 Oct 2010
Honestly, this has to be one of the most overlooked and underrated films I have come across in a very long time, possibly even ever. There are three things in particular that really stood out. The most important, and probably most obvious, would be Claire Dane's portrayal of Temple.
Not only is she incredible, but she also does an amazing portrayal of autism. There is not anything 'wrong' with Autistic people, nor are they sick in the sense that they needed to be pitied or isolated.
The film reduces the whole 'disorder' end of Autism and presents it instead as simply a different way of viewing the world and even as a gift. The second thing would be the only screen visuals in the film.
I'm not sure what the proper terminology would be, but I liked it. The final thing would simple be that the film is affectionate and sentimental, yes; but it is never sappy. There is a difference.
I like where and when the film ended. Anything also would have deteriorated the effect of the whole. It oftentimes has the potential to be depressing, but is always vivacious. Like Temple says "nature is cruel, but we don't have to be.
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This review of Temple Grandin (2010) was written by Jake . on 02 Oct 2010.
Temple Grandin has generally received very positive reviews.
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