

A young autistic woman runs away from her caregiver in order to boldly go and deliver her 500-page Star Trek script to a writing competition in Hollywood. On an adventure full of laughter and tears, Wendy follows the guiding spirit of Mr. Spock on her journey into the unknown.
Acting
Dakota Fanning's precise, unsentimental performance
Writing
Wendy's script excerpts woven throughout

Director
Ben Lewin
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Dakota Fanning spent months with autism consultants and based Wendy's physicality on specific women she observed, refusing to play 'generic autistic'.
The film sparked debate about neurotypical actors playing autistic roles, with some praising its sensitivity while others noted the missed opportunity for authentic casting.