Neurotypical (film)

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Neurotypical
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Directed byAdam Larsen
Release date
  • July 29, 2013 (2013-07-29)
Running time
52 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Neurotypical is a 2013 documentary film directed by Adam Larsen. The film shows perspectives on life from the viewpoint of individuals on the autism spectrum. Neurotypical was shot mostly in North Carolina and Virginia.

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