Claire Danes as Temple Grandin
The HBO drama Temple Grandin, based on the life of Dr. Temple Grandin and her books “Emergence” and “Thinking in Pictures” has set the bar for motion pictures made for television. Just like HBO’s 2010 Golden Globe and 2009 Emmy winner Grey Gardens, it is sure to grab a nomination if not the win.
Claire Danes‘ portrayal of Temple Grandin was sensitive and inspiring. She didn’t make one false step. I have seen the documentary and heard the interviews of the real Dr. Temple Grandin and Claire Danes captured her character perfectly. You quickly identify with her and join her struggle to overcome the barriers caused by her autism and later her gender in a male dominated profession.
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