AMC Entertainment (AMC) and the Autism Society of America have teamed up to bring families affected by autism, and other special needs, a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films on a monthly basis, in a safe and accepting environment, with the "Sensory Friendly Films" program.
Thanks to the generosity of AMC Theaters, children and their families can watch a movie at a real theater and not worry about being too loud, too wiggly, too sensitive to noise, or even too scared of the dark.
In order to provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for this unique audience, 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 (AMC popcorn with no butter is GF/CF). 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. It will just be other special needs families in attendance, so there isn't a worry about bothering anyone else in the audience.
It is the hope that these accommodations mean that families who have hesitated to go to a movie theater will be encouraged to give it a try. Friends and relatives are welcome to join the fun.
WHAT: January's Sensory Friendly Film - Yogi Bear
DATE: Saturday, January 8, 2010
TIME: 10:00am
WHERE: AMC Regency 24, located at 9451 Regency Square Blvd, in Jacksonville, is our area's participating theater.
PRICE: Tickets are $4-6, depending on location and can be purchased on the day of the event. Please call the theater directly for specific information.
For participating locations across the country, please click here.
"Yogi Bear" film summary from IMDb.com:
Jellystone Park is celebrating its 100 anniversary, however it may be for the last time, because attendance is down and Mayor Brown wants to close the park and sell the land. If the park is closed, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo will lose their home. They join forces with Ranger Smith to save Jellystone from closing forever. Yogi must really prove in this endeavor that he is "smarter than the average bear". Written by Douglas Young (the-movie-guy)
If your family has participated in past Sensory Friendly Film events, please leave a comment below telling readers of your experience.
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