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Autism: One Man's Journey

Autism: One Man’s Journey
Filmed, edited, and produced by Scott Michael Klumb

Currently an unprecedented number of autistic young people will be making the transition to adulthood. But what if you are autistic and never diagnosed as a child? What if you are entering adulthood without the benefit of early diagnosis, intervention and support?

Autism: One Man’s Journey is a documentary and memoir about Scott Michael Klumb, a filmmaker diagnosed with autism at age 23. Scott takes viewers on a journey, wanting to bring awareness to the issues related to late diagnosis; and not understanding what was “wrong” with him for most of his life. This is a story of hardship, perseverance, and hope. It is a story of inspiration including Scott’s personal interview with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known adults with autism.

Scott filmed, edited and produced this inspiring autobiographical film with the hope to reassure late diagnosis autistics that they are not alone, there is support for them too, and that it is possible to connect with people who care. Showing how pushing himself to address challenging situations and emotions, Autism: One Man’s Journey proves that an autistic person can hone their strengths and abilities to create a meaningful life and career. It can be hard, but Scott wants to inspire others and let them know that things do get better. All things are possible.

  • Scott Klumb
    Director
  • Scott Klumb
    Writer
  • Jon Garson
    Writer
  • Scott Klumb
    Producer
  • Scott Klumb
    Key Cast
  • Temple Grandin
    Key Cast
  • Matt Luczkow
    Key Cast
  • Taylor Seaton
    Key Cast
  • Noah Baker
    Key Cast
  • Victoria St. John
    Key Cast
  • Nancy Klumb
    Key Cast
  • Thomas Klumb
    Key Cast
  • Scott Klumb
    Editor
  • Scott Klumb
    Director of Photography
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    35 minutes 21 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    September 23, 2019
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White and Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Essex DocFest
    Colchester, Essex
    United Kingdom
    October 29, 2020
    Award Winner
  • Nederland International Film Festival
    Longmont, Colorado
    United States
    November 7, 2020
    Award Winner
  • Independent Shorts Awards
    Los Angeles, California
    United States
    November 30, 2019
    Official Selection
  • Spring Grove Caledonia Film Festival
    Spring Grove, Minnesota
    United States
    September 11, 2020
    Official Selection
  • Sydney Lift-Off Festival
    Sydney, New South Wales
    Australia
    November 8, 2020
    Official Selection
  • Chain NYC Film Festival
    New York, New York
    United States
    August 6, 2020
    Official Selection
  • FirstGlance Film Fest Los Angeles20
    Los Angeles, California
    United States
    March 12, 2020
    Official Selection
  • American Documentary and Animation Film Festival and Film Fund
    Palm Springs, California
    United States
    Official Selection
  • Dumbo Film Festival
    New York, New York
    United States
    June 9, 2020
    Semi-Finalist
  • The REEL Recovery Film Festival & Symposium
    Studio City, California
    United States
    November 5, 2021
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Scott Klumb

Scott Klumb is a multi-award-winning autistic filmmaker. He is a storyteller, cinematographer, and editor, knowledgeable in a wide array of film styles, including documentary, where he creates artistic films with meaningful stories to captivate his audience. Based in Boulder, Colorado, Scott has found a passion for filmmaking, pursuing his talent both professionally and in his free time. Scott’s films have been in dozens of film festivals across the world. The notoriety has been encouraging but Scott’s primary focus is to inspire others and to continue his growth as a filmmaker.

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Director Statement

Autism: One Man’s Journey is a documentary and memoir of my life as a filmer diagnosed with autism at age 23. Unlike many films that focus on facts and research on children with autism, I wanted to create a film to bring awareness to the often forgotten adults with autism; especially those who weren’t diagnosed until later in life. I also wanted to create a film from a firsthand point of view of autism from an autistic that depicts the very real challenges that late diagnosis adults can face as well as offer hope and inspiration to other autistics and non-autistics, that with perseverance, strength and encouragement from others it is possible to rise above one’s challenges to create a meaningful and full life.

I also wanted to interview Temple Grandin, one of the leading advocates for autism and top 100 most influential women in the world. Her personal encouragement to me and our casual conversation included in my documentary are a side of Temple most people don’t have the privilege to enjoy.

I wanted to make my documentary different from most by bringing in my creativity and incorporating stop motion photography, time-lapses, and my unique perspective into artistry. I also wanted to stay true to my skill set of editing the film to the beat of the music and showcase my creative talents.

It is my hope that the viewer leaves my film inspired by my story and my artistry as a filmmaker.