David's Mothermovie | 1994 -

Goorjian’s portrayal of David was also widely praised for its authenticity and lack of caricature, earning him an Emmy for Supporting Actor .

Watch a detailed breakdown of the film's impact and the awards it won for its realistic portrayal of autism: David's MotherMovie | 1994

Alley portrays Sally as a "ferociously angry" and fiercely protective mother who has isolated herself from the world to care for David. Reviewers from Entertainment Weekly noted her ability to make the character seem mean, pathetic, or even wrong, without losing the audience's empathy. Goorjian’s portrayal of David was also widely praised

In addition to its acting wins, it received the Humanitas Prize for its meaningful writing. or even wrong