The portrayal of autism in media remains problematic, often focusing on superficial clinical characteristics instead of the nuanced experience of those on the spectrum. Many mainstream representations, like Shaun Murphy in 'The Good Doctor,' can be cringeworthy, resulting in a disconnect and a corny interpretation of autistic identity. However, films like 'The Accountant' and its sequel offer a different perspective by treating autism as a unique strength rather than a disability, which provides a more authentic and enjoyable representation of the autistic experience.
The versions presented in works that claim to home in on the autistic experience often make the mistake of being clinically specific, leaving characters feeling more like anthropomorphized passages.
Characters like Shaun Murphy in 'The Good Doctor' are so cringe, they find me practicing eye contact for prolonged periods alone in my room.
Being on the spectrum is treated not as a disability, but as a weapon in 'The Accountant,' providing a refreshing and fun take amidst negative portrayals.
The autistic experience isn't so much a matter of content, but form, highlighting a difference between authentic representation and cliched depictions.
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