It seems to me that the launch and subject of this movie could be included in Pride Week or used for publicity purposes as a separate issue as its subject matter connects very easily with the attempt by the government to genetically wipe out a brand of mutants for real - us! Like Professor Xavier I feel integration is the way forward as violence only makes people feel justified in their actions against others: Proving your worth to a society, makes it want to hold onto you and put you to use - being a potential or actual trouble source, makes it want to get rid of you (Who are considered criminals in a society? The underdogs, the beaten, the misfits. Ethnic groups in all corners of the globe, defeated by civilized groups i.e. the better armed and bigger racial groups, turn to drugs, drink, violence because they become interned (prisoners) in a land they once felt they owned or were part of. Excluded and not wanted (treated as worthless) they self-harm and self-defeat - and this includes the young, the female, the old, the disabled, the homosexual: To me the question is 'Who is the topdog?' and the answer, according to a BBC wildlife program narrated by David Attenborough, is the thickest in our society because they are the most violent/ least conscientious (Blackbird males). I leave it with you to mull over.
I saw this movie today, and I think that it might help gain us some publicity. I may be a little biased, but the movie seems like such a reflection of the current situation with autism. It's amazing. Can anyone make up a graphic mimicing (but not directly using) the concept/images of the movie that could be printed as a poster or put on a website or blog? I especially like the line that goes something like, "They say we need a cure, but I say we are the cure." That might be good for a poster campaign. Any thoughts?
I have not seen the latest movie yet, only the first 2, however having read about it online the comparision with autism is really outstanding to the point where you have to wonder if the screenwriters were inspired by us. (this is unlikely as others have said - the comics have the same cure theme and have been running for years).
Using this film as a device to spread our views could work quite well for some people, but not so well for others. My main concern is with making the public think that we are literally insane for using this comparision ("OMG! THEY THINK THEY'RE THE X-MEN!" etc). AFF is already seen as a terrorist group by some (I don't understand this either - the most extreme thing we've ever done is had people standing at walks holding up signs).
Anyone good with graphics want to have a go at a poster anyway?
Note that parody is classed as fair use under copyright law
My main concern is with making the public think that we are literally insane for using this comparision ("OMG! THEY THINK THEY'RE THE X-MEN!" etc).
A little note could be made at the bottom of the poster/graphic. Something like, “This image was created by adults with autism. We do not think that we are super heroes, but as some fictional super heroes strived to, we are peacefully seeking acceptance of our unique personalities and gifts, and not a 'cure' for them."
I just watched that movie and I thought it was extremely good at reflecting that message.
Also, lots and lots of people have watched X-men, and are very into it(ironically, some of the worst bigots LOVE it. Go figure.)
AFF is already seen as a terrorist group by some
Who sees us as a terrorist group?
I'd like to do a poster, but unfortunatley, I suck at drawing.
