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I am a reporter for The Hollywood times and wrote a review on this wonderful documentary last year. Here it is: http://thehollywoodtimes.net/2015/04/26/bass-clef-bliss/
I wrote a review on this wonderful movie last year for The Hollywood Times. Here's the link for the review. http://thehollywoodtimes.net/2015/04/26/bass-clef-bliss/
It's a must see!
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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
02/02/23
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I saw Bass Clef Bliss at a special screening and thought it was informative and absolutely inspiring! I had particular interest in this film because several friends of mine have children on the spectrum. The number of families being affected is staggering, and growing way too fast. Bass Clef Bliss gave my a first-hand look into the authistic experience and helped me understand how it affects the kids and the lives of the people around them. This is an important, inspiring film I think everyone should see!
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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
02/11/23
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Bass Clef Bliss is a touching film filled with heart. I learned a lot about Autism
and about the many unsung heroes in this world. My life is richer for watching
how love and determination can make such a difference. The mother and son
featured in Bass Clef Bliss are pure inspiration. I hope you will all see this amazing film.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
02/04/23
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Bass Clef Bliss took me on an important journey, I cried, I laughed, I was inspired by this amazing mother who wouldn't accept less for her son with Autism. Therese Davis raises the bar for all mothers and her son Terrence Patridge, who's smile captures the audience, is an extraordinary musical talent. The family exudes love and teaches us that with love, perseverance and faith all things are possible. Kudos to director Patrick Scott for bringing this heart warming film to life. With the staggering growth of Autism we need to understand more about it. Highly recommend this film.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
01/22/23
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Autism- a Neurological Disorder
This film deals with the subject of autism in general and the story of a young autistic boy called Terrence Patridge in particular. Strong emphasis is laid by director Patrick Scott on the challenges faced by an autistic person. The film documents the trials faced, both by Terrence and his mother Therese Davis and how he managed to circumvent them and get on with his life.
It is difficult for those with a healthy body and mind to fathom the mental state of those suffering from a neurological disorder. These disorders go against the grain of other physiological disorders as certain neural pathways of the brain that account for, say, socially acceptable behaviour, are non functioning and other, more adaptable pathways need to be activated. However, when a child is born with a neurological disorder such as autism,s/he has no social history to fall back upon to know what is expected of her/him or not, unlike older people with similar disorders. So when Therese, the mother of a two year old child, realizes that something is wrong with her toddler and takes him to the doctor, who delivers the diagnosis of autism, she has very little information to help her through the trauma of having a child very different from others of the same tribe. Nevertheless, as the film progresses, she is better able to cope with her sons learning curve. Gradually they persevere on all fronts, but the real breakthrough comes when Terrence discovers his passion for music in general, and playing the trombone in particular. Later, after years of coping with autism, Therese declares that she wouldnt have had it any other way.
The film begins with a number of people who put forward facts that hold true for autism as a physical and mental disorder. Statements from experts are also included, whence we learn how each case of autism is different from each other and how experts dont always have all the answers. This is reinforced by a conversation with the mother of another autistic child, Dr. Chantal Sicile-Clarke, who has written a book on the subject. She points out how having autistic children can lead to broken homes and an expected expenditure of three million dollars due to a fair number of possible options that must be explored.
Yet, according to director Patrick Scott, the picture of the disorder caused by autism is not all negative. Autistic children can be very gifted in some vocation or the other. In the case of Terrence, he learnt to play the trombone in the school band. This exposure to society was exactly what he needed to hone his social and educational skills. We see film clips of him exercising hard at the gym and learn later that he had cleared his high school examination. Autism, for him was a condition, which he could overcome by uncovering the gifts he had to give to the world.
This film has been made with a lot of care. It is a very balanced exploration of the disorder caused by autism, giving exposure to as many known facts as possible on the subject. Many of these facts are also relevant for treating and dealing with other neurological disorders, for example MS and Parkinsons Disease.
This is a film that one would like to see more than once. It is an excellent resource on the challenge of autism and I recommend it warmly.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
01/31/23
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This is an inspirational movie that everyone should see. It is primarily narrated by Terrence's mom, Therese, and she shares the struggles associated with raising a child with autism. The movie clearly shows how a mother's love can triumph over any challenge a child may face. This movie will make you cry, laugh, and be thankful for all of the educators and healthcare professionals that support families with children with special needs.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
02/09/23
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