How to Dance in Ohio
How to Dance in Ohio

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In Columbus, Ohio, a group of teenagers and young adults on the autism spectrum prepare for an iconic American rite of passage -- a Spring Formal. They spend 12 weeks practicing their social skills in preparation for the dance at a local nightclub. Working with their psychologist, they take the challenges expressed in their respective therapy groups from one level to the next: picking dates, dresses, and, ultimately, a King and Queen of the Prom.... (Full plot summary below)

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In Columbus, Ohio, a group of teenagers and young adults on the autism spectrum prepare for an iconic American rite of passage -- a Spring Formal. They spend 12 weeks practicing their social skills in preparation for the dance at a local nightclub. Working with their psychologist, they take the challenges expressed in their respective therapy groups from one level to the next: picking dates, dresses, and, ultimately, a King and Queen of the Prom.

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Salt Lake City Weekly - 8/10 by Scott RenshawThere's such a fundamental sweetness and sensitivity at the core of Alexandra Shiva's documentary that it often doesn't matter that it's not profoundly insightful.
Minneapolis Star Tribune - 8/10 by Jim Brunzell IIIWhile the tale is nothing flashy, there is compassion and sincerity for each subject's unique story.
The Film Stage - 8/10 by John FinkShiva's intimate approach captures moments of triumph and pain along the way, making the struggle of autism accessible to families and communities coping with the affliction.
Common Sense Media - 8/10 by Melissa CamachoInspirational, heartwarming doc about living with ASD.
New York Times - 8/10 by Neil GenzlingerHow to Dance in Ohio, a piercing documentary... might from its pocket description seem to be a variation on this evening-news staple.
Hollywood Reporter - 6/10 by Leslie FelperinA touching, gentle-hearted look at teenagers on the autistic spectrum preparing for their first formal dance, How to Dance in Ohio offers a refreshingly upbeat, even cheerful look at people and their families coping with the condition.
Nonfics - 6/10 by Dan SchindelAs is usual for this kind of low-key doc, it comes alive most when it captures the little moments that are nigh-impossible to script.
User Review - 10/10 by Bryson SThere is not a more perfect representation of people with Aspergers and high functioning Autism. A must see for anybody with Aspergers or high functioning Autism!
User Review - 10/10 by Aaron MSet right here in Columbus, this touching documentary tells the story of autistic youths anxiously preparing for a spring formal dance.
User Review - 8/10 by IBot BBrilliant documentary about a group of autistic young adults working toward their first dance. I hope others spend time like I did concentrating on the amazing parents involved.

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