AS ONE: The Autism Project

Name: AS ONE: The Autism Project
Genre: Biography
Released: 2014
Duration: 80 min

Director: Hana Makki

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Highlights

The film is based on The Autism Project, which is based on an initiative started by Her Highness Sheikha Shamsa bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in the UAE to raise awareness of Autism in the United Arab Emirates. Through the power of theatre, dance, music and performance, we provided a safe and positive space for children and families in the UAE from all different cultures and backgrounds.

2014/ UAE80 min/ Biography

Original Title

Kolona Wahed

SYNOPSIS

Ten children from diverse backgrounds were selected to take part in this creative project. The children’s workshops, along with interviews from teachers and families provide a unique and insightful look into Autism. AS ONE: The Autism Project will make you laugh, it might make you cry, but it will definitely leave you with a sense of hope.

CAST

Carl Zion Cabanos
Asher Boog Thompson
Mohamed Jawar
Mohamed Dawood
Fathi Haitham Shareef

Production Company(ies)

Image Nation Abu Dhabi

Producer(s)

Hana Makki
Danielle Perissi

Abu Dhabi Film Festival, UAE

Malmo Arab Film Festival, Sweden

Reviews

Gulf news - Manjusha Radhakrishnan

KINO POD BARANAMI (Polish)

Quotes

“The film … overturns the conventional rules surrounding documentaries. It was never grim and was a perfect example of bright and cheery infotainment.” Manjusha Radhakrishnan - Gulf News

“As One's documentary lead some to laughter, others to tears, but leaves no one without hope.” KINO POD BARANAMI (Polish)