The Charles Effect

Charles Jones is a participant in an experiment to see if people living on the autistic spectrum (neuro-diverse) can use their special gifts to offer alternative solutions to challenges in the medical field. From his perspective, everyone he has not made a personal connection with are seen as children. Played the Richmond Film Festival

Directed by Theodore A. Adams III, The Charles Effect leans on a strong ensemble — Ronald Woodhead, Suzanne Sadler, Shaun McMillan — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2019.