Independent Lens | THE HORSE BOY | Film Clip #1

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Some of those genes that are involved in autism may have been very important to the success of humanity. [2:24]

How far would you travel to heal someone you love? For one Texas couple, it means a spiritual journey halfway around the world to Mongolia. When their son is diagnosed with autism, they seek the best treatments but nothing works Until they discover their sons connection to horses and the effect it has on him. Part travel adventure and shamanic quest, this is the story of how one family found a gateway into understanding their sons life

THE HORSE BOY premieres May 11, 2009 on Independent Lens, a weekly series airing on PBS. Hosted by Maggie Gyllenhaal, the acclaimed series showcases powerful and innovative independent films. Presented by ITVS, Independent Lens is broadcast on PBS stations nationwide.

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• Mongolia
• autism
• shamanic quest
• horses
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• documentary
• ITVS
• Independent Lens
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[jyounguk]

The official european edition DVD is now available on Amazon UK . Great Film.

[TheVinylChaplin]

THE HORSE BOY is extremely inspirational - seeing the world through autism and how significantly interaction with horses has improved Rowan's fits is something short of miraculous. If you liked the film, it is now out on DVD from Zeitgeist Films. If you didn't get a chance to check it out, consider saving it to your Netflix or Blockbuster queue!