Why We Made This film
Over 5.4 million adults in the U.S. are on the autism spectrum, yet services for autistic individuals often drop dramatically after age 21
Autistic individuals face an 85% unemployment rate, even though many have skills highly sought after in industries like technology, engineering, and the arts.
Adventure | Drama | Sci-Fi
Runtime: 88 minutes
"Working with an all-autistic cast was one of the most meaningful projects of my life…" – Matt Boda, Director and Producer
In an alternate dystopian reality, a forsaken brotherhood of young men embarks on a treacherous journey to get life-saving medication for their caregiver.
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Synopsis
Plight takes place in a near-future torn apart by civil war. The disabled and neurodivergent have been cast aside, forced to survive on society’s fringes. Among them are Peter, James, Bart, and Russell—four autistic young men cared for by their guardian, Connie, in a remote farmhouse. When Connie falls ill, they must brave the treacherous journey to New Haven for medicine.
Along the way, tensions rise over survival, missing supplies, and ruthless scavengers, but their shared dreams keep them going. In New Haven, they find little more than ruins—until Connie’s sister, Ronnie, offers them a new path forward.
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“Plight wisely juxtaposes character-driven comedy with dystopian world-building akin to settings in projects like The Road, The Last of Us, and Children of Men.”
— The Black List
Go behind the scenes of the Plight premiere in Los Angeles and meet the cast led by actors with autism—an inspiring night of inclusion, storytelling, and celebration. Held during Autism Awareness Month, this unforgettable evening brought together filmmakers, advocates, and community leaders to celebrate authentic representation and the power of inclusive storytelling.
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“You’re never alone and you’re gonna be ok.” — Peter from Plight
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We’re proud to collaborate with leading organizations to amplify the impact of Plight. Throughout the campaign, we’ll highlight resources from groups like the Autism Society, Autism Research Institute, Inclusion Matters by Shane’s Inspiration, and other local organizations that share our mission of inclusion and authentic representation.
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