Indeed, Grandin, who is now in her 60s, has accomplished a good deal more than a great many "normal" folks, let alone others afflicted with the autism that Grandin overcame on her way to earning a doctorate and becoming a bestselling author and a pioneer in the humane treatment of livestock. It wasn't easy.  Her lack of social skills and sometimes violent reactions to the overstimulation in her environment made it tough to fit in.  Based on the writings by its title subject, HBO Films’ Temple Grandin is an engaging portrait of an autistic young woman who became, through timely mentoring and sheer force of will, one of America’s most remarkable success stories. With a tour de force performance by Claire Danes in the title role, the film chronicles Grandin’s early beginnings as a child diagnosed with autism; her turbulent growth and development during her school years; and the enduring support she received from her mother, her aunt and her science teacher. Against all odds, Temple eventually transitioned into a highly-functional, esteemed inventor in the cattle industry, which she revolutionized with her scientific research and designs. This visually inventive film offers stunning insights into Grandin’s world, taking the audience inside her mind with a series of snapshot images that trace her self-perceptions and journey from childhood through young adulthood to the beginning of her career, and beyond.  Running Time: 103 minutes. Video Clip

"My oldest child has Asperger's, a form of Autism, and I am constantly on the look out for good information to share with friends, family and loved ones. This is THE movie! Not only do they do an amazing job of capturing the essence of the disorder but they allow you to love Temple Grandin. I have read a lot of her work and she is nothing short of phenomenal. Thank you for bringing something of this quality, information and heart to the mainstream. Worth more than words or tears can even describe. " -Jennifer L. Knapp