The Park Theatre in Jaffrey hosting ‘Pointing Fingers’ event

The Park Theatre, 19 Main St., Jaffrey, will host a free filmmaker event featuring "Pointing Fingers" on Saturday, April 26, at 3 p.m.

The film, currently in production in Massachusetts, is written by and stars minimally speaking autistic actors Dan Bergmann and Emily Faith Grodin. It is directed by Bergmann’s father, filmmaker Michael Bergmann.

"Pointing Fingers" follows a young man and woman navigating the beginning of a romantic relationship. The story then shifts into a suspenseful murder mystery. The film explores themes of connection, creativity and representation within the nonspeaking autistic community.

“For people with autism, at least in my experience, the most important good is connecting with other people,” stated Dan Bergmann. “This movie project allows me so much opportunity to connect -- first in my imagination while writing, now in production with so many artists bringing their own creativity to build on mine, and finally when the film is finished to amuse people with a good story that actually takes place in the world of nonspeakers. What a connection to the world that will be.”

The event will include early clips from the production, a question-and-answer session with the cast and crew, and a wine reception. Attendees will also learn about the nonprofit fundraising effort to complete the film.

To reserve free tickets, visit theparktheatre.org or call 603-532-8888. For information, visit pointingfingersmovie.com.