Swim Team
Directed by Lara Stolman
US, 2017, 100 min, in English
Parents of a boy on the autism spectrum form a competitive swim team, recruiting other teens on the spectrum and training them with high expectations and zero pity. SWIM TEAM chronicles the extraordinary rise of three diverse young athletes, capturing a moving quest for inclusion, independence and a life that feels winning.
Press
Hollywood ReporterEye-opening, thoughtful, inspiring.
ABC World News Tonight With David MuirPersons of the Week.
Film ForwardThis film provides a beacon of hope.
Los Angeles Times...a touching glimpse at a community solution to an inclusion problem.
NPR...long enough to break and warm your heart in equal measure.
ABC NewsAn inspiring documentary.
Boston GlobleA rousing tale.
La Weekly...a portrait of heartbreak, frustration and triumph.
Rogerebert.comEye-opening and heart opening.
The New York TimesSwim Team treats its subjects as would any sports movie attuned to character and drama.
The Star LedgerNJ kids are racing for the win.
Edge Media NetworkTechnically as well as emotionally, this is a film that hooks you.
CinemalogueJust might change your perspective regarding inclusion and disabilities.
Common Sense Media...a compassionate, inspiring documentary...
Parents.comPowerful.
1010WinsExtraordinary.