How to Dance in Ohio

"A Simple Rite Of Passage Can Take Extraordinary Courage"

Oct 26 2015 TV-G 1h 29m
Documentary, Drama

In Columbus, Ohio, a group of autistic teenagers and young adults role-play this transition by going through the deceptively complex social interactions of preparing for a spring formal. Focusing on several young women as they go through an iconic American rite of passage, we are given intimate access to people who are often unable to share their experiences with others. With humor and heartbreak, How to Dance in Ohio shows the daily courage of people facing their fears and opening themselves to the pain, worry, and joy of the social world.

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Plot

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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Directed by

Alexandra Shiva

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

BTG Productions

Languages

English

Awards

3 wins & 4 nominations

Trailers
How to Dance in Ohio - Official Trailer
Scores
# of Votes
330
Average Rating
7.7 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
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