Originally Posted By crazycroc As some of you know, Croc helps run a center for autistic kiddos. One of our non-verbal kids is able to say some words, but mostly only words related to Toy Story and Toy Story 2, and for some unknown reason, Mickey, Donald, and Goofy as the Three Musketeers. When I introduced the concept of Toy Story 3 to him, he was pretty angry at first. However, we now do use the Toy Story 3 website to help motivate him to learn new tasks, in exchange for watching trailers, playing Toy Story games, etc. Taking him to a movie theatre to see Toy Story 3 would be totally out of the question, as one of his behaviors when he is happy is to run about the room at about 100 miles an hour screaming at the top of his lungs. Anybody got any connections with Pixar to see if I could get some swag or a screener copy of the film to show him when it comes out? Thanks.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub AMC Entertainment Theatres of America haved teamed with the Autisitc Society to specifically address this issue. Contact your local AMC movie for dates and times. You cn also google for info;try AMC Autism Movies
Originally Posted By Ursula Write to Pixar, asking speficially for what you need. Of you are open to anything, put that down too. I'm guessing they have a person or department to help with such requests. My guess also is that they won't hand out a screener. But, maybe they can arrange for a screening if there are enought same-type reuqests for your area.
Originally Posted By mapleservo A bunch of the Pixar folks are on twitter (including Toy Story 3 director Lee Unkrich). <a href="http://twitter.com/leeunkrich" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/leeunkrich</a> You could try tweeting at him directly - maybe he can forward you to the right place. I'd recommend following him on Twitter anyway, as he always has lots of great Pixar related links - and he's pushing his movie pretty hard . Also check out the Disney/Pixar facebook page. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/DisneyPixar?ref=ts" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/Disney...r?ref=ts</a>
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub i just spent some time on the websitefor Autism Society of America and AMC entertainment Sensory Friendly Films. I am sorry New Mexico is not offering this for you ,CC. One mother approached her local theatre manager and this movement is the result. Downtown Disney has just been added in DL. The next SFF is scheduled for the new Shrek movie May22 at 10a.m. and Toy Story3 June26 at 10a.m.. Does AMC not operate in the State of New Mexico? Perhaps you could request this at a theatre in your community. Good luck.
Originally Posted By CuriouserConstance Is it ridiculously expensive to rent private viewings of movies? Don't they do that for birthday parties and things like that?
Originally Posted By crazycroc I don't know if it is ridiculously expensive, but I have no problem begging for the sake of a child. Tomorrow, I'm going to go see who is an old softy around here.
Originally Posted By beamerdog I had no idea you did that, croc. You're a terrific guy. Believe me, I know ;o)
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub CC the cost is only $6 for these specific showings funded thru AMC and the Autism Society perhaps. AMC theatres are based in Kansas City so maybe that is why I am more aware of this program. I truly wish it could expand and talking about it in more places can only help.
Originally Posted By -em If you talk to the movie theatre they may be able to tell you historically which showings have very very few people attend (I've been to shows with less than 5 people inside) Usually isnt the first few weeks but its possible
Originally Posted By Princessjenn5795 I used to manage theaters when I was younger. Theater managers, even of large chains) can usually arrange special events. If you speak to the manager they may be willing to do a special screening for autistic children in the area. Usually they are bound by contract to the movie studios and could not do it for free but if everyone bought a ticket it should be no problem.
Originally Posted By beamerdog Contact your local Rotary Club. They might give you the money for tickets for a special showing. I know that Christiana Rotary has raised money for the Police Athletic club kids to attend a Phillies Game.
Originally Posted By disney pete crazycroc you come over here a bit zany but indeed sir you are a kind soul hope you get sorted out for the kids.
Originally Posted By crazycroc No help from anyone thus far. It's okay though,I'm willing to hear 100 no's to hear one yes.
Originally Posted By Labuda Wow... I admit I didn't come to this thread right away because I expected silliness and wasn't feeling up to it, but I am just floored to learn what your job is and that you're willing to go through 100 "no" responses just to get one "yes" to help your kids out. People like you make me have faith in humanity.
Originally Posted By KatieKate123 I have some connections with certain people, that are looking into ways to help you out. I am hoping they will come up with a answer soon, or that you get a yes even before that. Good luck Croc, stick with it.
