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Adam Opened in Select Theaters July 29
View a discussion with lead actor, Hugh Dancy
The new Fox Searchlight film Adam opened in select theaters this Wednesday. July 29. This romantic comedy stars Hugh Dancy as an intriguing young man with Asperger's who has led a sheltered existence until he meets his new neighbor. Beth, played by Rose Byrne, is a young woman who pulls him into the outside world with funny and unexpected results. Read more about the film here: www.foxsearchlight.com/adam.

Click here to find out when Adam will be opening near you.

Click here to read a review from The New York Times. Click here to read an essay about the film by Phillip Hain, Executive Director of Autism Speaks' Los Angeles Chapter and the father of a teenager who has Asperger's Syndrome.

Tell us what you think about the film on Facebook or on Ning.
We had a chance to sit down with Hugh Dancy, the star of the new movie Adam in New York City. Hugh talks about playing Adam and his experience in making the film and playing a man who has Asperger's Syndrome. Watch the discussion above. (YouTube ~9 minutes)