Simon Dillon
Jul 10, 2023

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I'm aware some autistic people have to deal with these challenges to a greater or lesser degree. That's why I'm glad they have "autism friendly" screenings for some films at my local cinemas. I don't need them, but I'm glad they are there for those who do.

My youngest son has an autism diagnosis, and he is very intolerant of any disruption. The film itself, he has no problem with. He loves IMAX and the size, sound, etc. But if he hears anything that isn't part of the film's soundtrack (or sees phones lighting up), it massively winds him up. I am much the same.

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Simon Dillon
Simon Dillon

Written by Simon Dillon

Novelist and Short Story-ist. Film and Book Lover. If you cut me, I bleed celluloid and paper pulp. Blog: www.simondillonbooks.wordpress.com

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