73 movie theaters around the nation are showing Night At The Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian in a “sensory friendly manner”, which is great for Autistic People.
According to the Autism Society of America’s Website for Sensory Friendly Films:
the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down, families will be able to bring in their own gluten-free, casein-free snacks, and no previews or advertisements will be shown before the movie. Additionally, audience members are welcome to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing – in other words, AMC’s “Silence is Golden®” policy will not be enforced unless the safety of the audience is questioned.
Showing are available at 73 AMC Movie Theater locations, and admission is $4-6 depending on location, and tickets can be bought the day of the event. I think this is one of the first great moves I have seen by a large national corperation to support unique people with sensory processing difficulties in such a public and profound manner.
Do You Plan On Attending?
I may be attending the event in Grand Rapids, MI – however I am not sure at this point. If you plan on attending, leave a comment with what theater you will be going to and perhaps you can connect with other readers!
