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Alexandra Shiva’s “How to Dance in Ohio,” premiering Monday night on HBO after a successful festival run, is a tender, compassionate look at three young women living life on the autism spectrum.

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In many ways, it’s a stellar example of what Roger spoke about when he discussed film as an empathy machine, offering insight into lives we may not fully understand. It’s a bit shapeless in terms of filmmaking, but this is a “character documentary,” a study of people that you won’t soon forget, and it works on that level.

“How to Dance in Ohio” observes different sessions at Amigo Family Counseling, a center for children, teens and adults with autism.

Dr. Emilio Amigo gently motivates his patients with challenges designed to show them that their limitations are not as defined as they may think they are. Amigo’s approach can be inspirational far beyond that of his patients, adopting a style that could be best summed up when he says, “They will believe they can succeed when they succeed.” He doesn’t coddle his patients, but instead sets up challenges that he knows they can surpass.

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