
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.
Leave your thoughts about How to Dance in Ohio.
| Salt Lake City WeeklyScott 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 TribuneJim Brunzell IIIWhile the tale is nothing flashy, there is compassion and sincerity for each subject's unique story. |
| The Film StageJohn 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 MediaMelissa CamachoInspirational, heartwarming doc about living with ASD. |
| New York TimesNeil GenzlingerHow to Dance in Ohio, a piercing documentary... might from its pocket description seem to be a variation on this evening-news staple. |
| Hollywood ReporterLeslie 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. |
| NonficsDan 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 ReviewBryson 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 ReviewAaron MSet right here in Columbus, this touching documentary tells the story of autistic youths anxiously preparing for a spring formal dance. |
| User ReviewIBot 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. |