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Sensory Overload

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An estimated 20 percent of the world's population has some form of enhanced sensitivity to environmental or emotional stimuli. The feature-length documentary, Sensory Overload, explores the needs of the neurodivergent and sensory sensitive communities, and aims to raise awareness of the need for more sensory inclusive spaces. The film follows Lola Dada-Olley, a mother of two children on the autism spectrum; Dr. Jacob Dent, a dentist who has designed his practice with the needs of the neurodivergent and sensory sensitive communities in mind; and Burnett Grant, a young individual on the autism spectrum who advocates for more inclusive environments. Through these profiles, the film aims to shift the narrative around sensitivities from one rooted in deficiencies or shortcomings towards one of acceptance and the embrace of differences.

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Taylor S Solid introduction to the world of sensory issues and sensitivities and the need for more sensory-inclusive spaces, yet lacking in representation in regards to people with disorders such as sensory processing disorder who are not on the autism spectrum. The documentary makes a point to address that 20% of people in the world experience sensory difficulties, but focuses primarily on those with level 2/level 3 autism and neglects those who aren't on the spectrum or those with level 1 autism. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 03/11/25 Full Review Robin L A great introduction to neuro-typical people around me that do not understand my sensory processing challenges! Most places are completely in the dark about the important issue of sensory sensitivity—that their places of businesses cause people like me to avoid going there. If it’s a place where I experience sensory assault, I avoid it in order to stay well. My hope is that this film helps get the word out more so that places can at least have a conversation about provisions for sensory-sensitive clients/customers!! A beautiful example of this is the aquarium in Missouri! They have a little room sensory-sensitive people can go to for 15 minutes to decompress. It was amazing how much I was “revived” after my 15 minutes in there!! Continuing my visit there was much more enjoyable after!! The lights could be turned off, and they had some softened sort of neon colored lights , a couple of big bean bags, and no sound! It was perfect for me! They also had big wood puzzles on the walls for sensory-seeking people! Thank you for reading this, and I hope you see this film, but also do more research to learn about sensory processing disorder. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/08/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis An estimated 20 percent of the world's population has some form of enhanced sensitivity to environmental or emotional stimuli. The feature-length documentary, Sensory Overload, explores the needs of the neurodivergent and sensory sensitive communities, and aims to raise awareness of the need for more sensory inclusive spaces. The film follows Lola Dada-Olley, a mother of two children on the autism spectrum; Dr. Jacob Dent, a dentist who has designed his practice with the needs of the neurodivergent and sensory sensitive communities in mind; and Burnett Grant, a young individual on the autism spectrum who advocates for more inclusive environments. Through these profiles, the film aims to shift the narrative around sensitivities from one rooted in deficiencies or shortcomings towards one of acceptance and the embrace of differences.
Director
Kiana Moore
Producer
Kiana Moore, Dylan Lenze, Josh Levine
Distributor
Vox Creative
Production Co
Vox Creative
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Feb 5, 2025, Limited
Runtime
55m