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Refrigerator Mothers

In 1950s and 60s America, a mother's life is upended when her child is diagnosed with autism, prompting her to reevaluate her sense of self and find new meaning.

In 1950s and 60s America, a woman's role was often defined by raising well-adjusted children. But for a mother whose child is diagnosed with autism, her life becomes a nightmare. She seeks help and support, only to find a medical establishment blaming her child's behaviors on her mothering.

Info about Refrigerator Mothers

Studio(s): Kartemquin Films

Originally Released: United States, Mar 28, 2003

Genres:Documentary