Variety ·entertainment ·1 hour ago

Neurodivergent actors challenge Hollywood casting misconceptions, demand systemic change

Neurodivergent actors Dani Bowman, Aidan Delbis and others discussed authentic representation at the inaugural Blu Star Film Festival on Sunday. Panelists challenged misconceptions about casting autistic performers and emphasized hiring neurodivergent talent both on-screen and behind the camera. Bowman noted real inclusion requires fixing systems rather than forcing people into structures never designed.

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