Bruce Campbell plays a washed-up country star kidnapped by an autistic kid. Chaos ensues.
When he discovers his guardian is dying, an autistic twenty-something travels across country to bring back a deluded, has-been country singer, believing that a personal performance will inspire his guardian to live.
Acting
James Frecheville's authentic, unsentimental autistic lead performance.
Acting
Bruce Campbell fully committing to pathetic washed-up stardom.
Writing
Avoids inspiration-porn tropes for something messier, funnier, realer.
Director
Marc Forby
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Bruce Campbell recorded his own country songs for the role, including the hilariously titled 'My Ex-Wife Took Everything (Including My Dog's Love)'.
Released during a wave of 'autism parent' dramas, this rare film centers an autistic adult's agency—written with neurodivergent consultants rather than about them.
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