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Autism in Love

Four adults at different places on the autism spectrum open up their personal lives as they navigate romantic relationships. Eye-opening, first-person portrayals show that despite many challenges faced by those with autism, love can find a way.

Premiere Date

January 11, 2016

Length

90 minutes

Awards & Recognition

Nominee

2016 News and Documentary Emmy Awards - Outstanding Social Issue Documentary

In Autism in Love, director Matt Fuller examines the everyday realities of autistic adulthood, showing how the members of this often-misunderstood community cope with the challenge of keeping romance alive over the years. Lenny searches for the perfect woman, Lindsey and David consider the next step in their relationship, and Stephen faces the end of his marriage as best as he can: Capturing both the joys and heartbreak of love, the film emphasizes struggles that are only too familiar.