In 'Wretches & Jabberers and Stories from the Road', two men with autism embark on a global quest to change prevailing attitudes about disability and intelligence. With limited speech, Tracy Thresher, 42, and Larry Bissonnette, 52, both faced lives of mute isolation in mental institutions or adult disability centers. When they learned as adults to communicate by typing, their lives changed dramatically. Their world tour message is that the same possibility exists for others like themselves. At each stop, they dissect public attitudes about autism and issue a hopeful challenge to reconsider competency and the future. Along the way, they reunite with old friends from the USA, expand the isolated world of a talented young painter and make new allies in their cause.
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Gerardine Wurzburg
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Great to hear. Larry and Tracy are continuing to travel the country. Follow their blog at wretchesandjabbers
@stateart
The movie is a total wake up call. Made me cry my eyes out. Watch it on Netflix.
@thankfullman
This is on Netflix! I HIGHLY suggest watching it! VERY touching! VERY inspirational! Best of luck to Larry and Tracy!
@AmandaPresswood
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