The Fragile X Association of Southern California is hosting a special screening on October 7th at 1:30 at the Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Hollywood of a new indie film produced by two siblings whose brother has Fragile X Syndrome and who also an obsession with Lars Ulrich, the drummer of Metallica. The trailer for the movie is at www.missiontolars.com. At this screening our special guest is Dr. Randi Hagerman from the MIND Institute who is the leading expert on this syndrome and is also involved with the research trials for this drug and other drugs now being developed which may help those affected with autism as well as Fragile X Syndrome. Also, the filmmaker, Kate Spicer, will also be arriving from London to be at the screening. Both will answer questions after the screening. Fragile X Syndrome is the leading known cause of autism and the leading cause of inherited intellectual disability, visit us at www.fraxsocal to learn more about Fragile X.
The Keesal, Young and Logan Foundation is sponsoring a champagne reception prior to the film. Silent Auction items and raffle tickets at the event. Please see flier for details.