AFCC-MN Film Night 12/3/26

Mn Board of CLE - pending

Film Night sponsored by Our Family Wizard

A stand-up comedy writer navigates the complexities of living with his father while raising his autistic son with his former wife. He grapples with hurdles as he balances family responsibilities and his career. Click here for more information.

Disclaimer this movie is rated R for language.

About the Film

Ezra (2023), directed by Tony Goldwyn, is a heartfelt and often humorous film about divorced parents navigating different perspectives on raising their autistic son. Through one family’s story, the film explores acceptance, connection, and the challenges of understanding and supporting a child’s individual needs with sincerity and humor. The film is rated R for strong language and profanity.

A facilitated discussion will follow the screening, exploring how these themes inform our work with neurodivergent families in family law practice. Together, we will consider how to navigate co-parenting disagreements, recognize individual needs rather than rely on assumptions, and keep children’s voices and experiences central to decisions about their care.

Diane Reller and Rachel Osband as moderators for the event.

Agenda:

5:30-5:45 pm - Networking activity

5:45-7:25 pm - Film viewing (Movie 1 hr 42 min)

7:25-8:30 pm - Moderated Discussion

Why This Screening Matters

• This special event offers an opportunity to reflect on navigating co-parenting in the context of neurodiversity.

• This event is an introduction to the upcoming four part series on neurodiversity in early 2027.

• Experience a powerful one hour and forty minute film story that captures a variety of conflicts and difficulties in a family system after divorce.

• Connect with colleagues and community members who share an interest in family law, mental health, and child well being.

• Come for networking and stay for a facilitated discussion to further discuss family dynamics, co-parenting, child development, and professional support.

Following moderated discussion of "Ezra," participants will be able to:

1. Incorporate discussion of neurodiversity in counseling clients on court involvement.

2. Identify potential issues for clients in co-parenting a neurodiverse child.