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As We See It is a heartwarming and enlightening new original series from Amazon Prime Video that premiered in 2022. Created by Jason Katims, the critically acclaimed showrunner behind successful productions like "Parenthood" and "Friday Night Lights", this series initially sets out to challenge the conventional idea of modern television programming. Confirming its uniqueness right from the start, As We See It navigates the vast and often misunderstood spectrum of autism through a compelling, high-quality narrative.

The show follows the everyday life of Jack, Harrison, and Violet, three young adults sharing a home in Los Angeles, California, and striving to navigate the professional and personal realms of their lives. The uniqueness of this story lies in the fact that all three main characters are on the autism spectrum. Although they all share this common diagnosis, the show goes to great lengths to highlight that they each experience autism in their own unique way.

The central character, Jack, is played by Rick Glassman, a comedian who is incredibly poker-faced and physically awkward. He's different but likeable, and once you move past his quirks, you discover a rich, dynamic character with a profound sense of humour. On the other hand, Harrison, played by Albert Rutecki, brings to screen the high-functioning end of the spectrum. He's ultra-smart, highly independent, and yearns for love and acceptance just like anyone else. Violet, portrayed by Sue Ann Pien, is captivatingly complex. She's a talented artist wrestling with negative self-image and societal expectations.

In juxtaposition, their caretaker, played by Sosie Bacon, is neurotypical - allowing for the audience to relate and compare their experiences with the perspective of someone 'typical' and providing a balance to the narrative. This contrast significantly shapes the story progression, making it an inclusive piece for all audiences.

As We See It isn't just another show that uses autism for dramatic effect. Instead, it is a series that makes full use of its characters

As We See It is a series that ran for 1 seasons (8 episodes) between January 21, 2022 and on Amazon Prime Video