FRIDAY / FEBRUARY 1 / 5:30–8 PM @ NYU TISCH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, 721 BROADWAY, ROOM 006
*KEEP THE CHANGE (94 mins, Dir: Rachel Israel)
An offbeat NYC rom-com about an unlikely pair who find that happiness is not about conforming. This film stars non-professional actors on the autism spectrum who worked with the director to create the story and shape the film. Screening followed by discussion with: Director Rachel Israel, and lead actors Brandon Polansky and Samantha Elisofon. Moderator: Janet Grillo (Filmmaker/Associate Arts Professor, NYU UGFTV)
*Winner, Best U.S. Narrative Feature and Best New Director, 2017 Tribeca Film Festival
CO-SPONSORS: CENTER FOR DISABILITY STUDIES AND NYU CONNECTIONS