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'''Alexander "Alex" Plank''' (born 1986) is an [[autism]] advocate, filmmaker, actor, and the creator of [[Wrong Planet]]. He is known for his consulting work on FX's [[The Bridge (2013 TV series)|The Bridge]]. After being diagnosed at the age of 9 with [[Asperger's Syndrome]], Plank started Wrong Planet in order to find others like him on the Internet.<ref name="Hallahan 2006 452">{{cite book | last = Hallahan | first = Dan | title = Exceptional Learners: Introduction to Special Education (10th Edition) | publisher = Allyn & Bacon | year = 2006 | isbn = 0-205-44421-0 | page = 452 }}</ref> After the popularity of Wrong Planet grew, Plank has been frequently mentioned in the [[mainstream media]] in articles relating to Autism, Asperger's, and [[Autism rights movement|Autism rights]].<ref>{{cite news | url=http://featuresblogs.chicagotribune.com/features_julieshealthclub/2008/04/autistics-dont.html | work=Chicago Tribune | title=Some Autistics Don't want to be Cured | first=Julie | last=Deardorff | date=2008-05-11 }}</ref><ref>[http://nymag.com/news/features/47225/ The New Wave of Autism Rights Activists - New York Magazine<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref><ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.salon.com/life/feature/2008/09/18/lynn_harris/ | work=Salon | title=The "Retarded" Renaissance | first=Lynn | last=Harris | date=2008-09-18}}</ref>


Alex Plank's story is covered in the [[special education]] curriculum of many universities in the United States. A page is dedicated to Alex Plank and his story in a textbook used by various universities such as the [[University of Virginia]] and [[George Mason University]] for introduction to special education courses.<ref name="Hallahan 2006 452"/><ref>[http://teach.virginia.edu/index.php?option=com_currypeople&userid=dph&task=detail The Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref><ref>[http://cehd.gmu.edu/assets/syllabus/EDSE401-501-C01-04D-McDuffie.pdf George Mason University<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref><ref>http://oregonstate.edu/education/programs/syllabi/COUN548.doc</ref>

In 2010, Plank started an Internet television program called Autism Talk TV. The venture is sponsored by [[Autism Speaks]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Introducing Autism Talk TV|date=March 15, 2008|publisher=Autism Speaks|author=Marc Sirkin|url=http://blog.autismspeaks.org/2010/08/13/autismtalktv//}}</ref> [[Rosie O'Donnell]] and [[John Elder Robison]] talked about the show on [[Rosie O'Donnell|Rosie Radio]]<ref>Rosie Radio, September 9, 2010</ref> A front page article from [[The New York Times]], entitled "Navigating Love and Autism," written by [[Amy Harmon]], was published in December 2011 about the [[romantic relationship]] between his two autistic co-hosts Jack Robison and Kirsten Lindsmith. Alex Plank, Wrong Planet, and Autism Talk TV were discussed.<ref>Harmon, Amy. [http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/26/us/navigating-love-and-autism.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0 Navigating Love and Autism] "The New York Times", December 26, 2011</ref>

==Work in Film and Television==
Alex Plank serves as a consultant for the TV series [[The Bridge (2013 TV series)|The Bridge]] and works with [[Diane Kruger]] on developing her character.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/bridge-eps-stars-talk-aspergers-598863 | work=The Hollywood Reporter | first=Marisa | last=Guthrie | title='The Bridge' EPs and Stars Talk Asperger's, Tweaks in Season 2 | date=August 2, 2013}}</ref> He made his on-screen acting debut in the finale of season one, playing the role of the intern at the El Paso Times.<ref>http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2920010/fullcredits?ref_=tt_cl_sm#cast</ref> Diane Kruger stated that Plank was on set every day, would go to the writers room, and was "instrumental" to both her performance and to the writers, as he would also work with the writers in the writers room. <ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/08/07/the-bridge-producers-and-diane-kruger-on-sonyas-aspergers | work=IGN | title=The Bridge Producers and Diane Kruger on Sonya's Asperger's | first= Eric | last=Goldman | date=2013-08-6 }}| </ref>

Plank travelled to [[France]] in February 2012 to direct a [[documentary]] exposé, entitled ''Shameful'', concerning the way in which autism is viewed and treated in France. A trailer was released in July, 2012.<ref>Didier, Arthur [http://www.vivrefm.com/infos/lire/365?fb_comment_id=fbc_10152020961535594_34760064_10152033318135594#f2af77ec692c462 "Shameful", la honte, le documentaire choc réalisé Alex Plank et Noah Trevino sur l'autisme en France] July 16, 2012</ref> Along with French activist David Heurtevent, Plank founded Autism Rights Watch, an [[NGO]] for which he serves as president.<ref>Pignard, Magali [http://blogs.lexpress.fr/the-autist/2012/09/27/autisme-une-ong-intervient-sur-le-sol-francais-pour-denoncer-la-responsabilite-de-letat/ Autisme : une ONG intervient sur le sol français pour dénoncer la responsabilité de l’État.] September 27, 2012</ref>

Plank travelled to [[France]] in February 2012 to direct a [[documentary]] exposé, entitled ''Shameful'', concerning the way in which autism is viewed and treated in France. The film is currently in post-production and has been covered by publications in both France and the United States, including [[L'Express (France)|L'Express]] and Vivre FM, a radio station in Paris. A trailer was released in July, 2012.<ref>Didier, Arthur [http://www.vivrefm.com/infos/lire/365?fb_comment_id=fbc_10152020961535594_34760064_10152033318135594#f2af77ec692c462 "Shameful", la honte, le documentaire choc réalisé Alex Plank et Noah Trevino sur l'autisme en France] July 16, 2012</ref> Along with French activist David Heurtevent, Plank founded Autism Rights Watch, an [[NGO]] for which he serves as president.<ref>Pignard, Magali [http://blogs.lexpress.fr/the-autist/2012/09/27/autisme-une-ong-intervient-sur-le-sol-francais-pour-denoncer-la-responsabilite-de-letat/ Autisme : une ONG intervient sur le sol français pour dénoncer la responsabilité de l’État.] September 27, 2012</ref>

In 2006, Alex Plank was sued by the victims of a 19-year-old member of the site, William Freund,<ref>Hann, Michael. [http://www.guardian.co.uk/usguns/Story/0,,1642081,00.html A loaded discussion.] ''The Guardian'', November 14, 2005. Retrieved on 2008-03-07.</ref> who shot two people and himself in [[Aliso Viejo, California]] after openly telling others on the site that he planned to do so.<ref>Tran, Mia [http://articles.latimes.com/2006/nov/18/local/me-asperger18 Relatives sue over shotgun slayings] "Los Angeles Times", November 18, 2006</ref> Plank appeared on [[Good Morning America]] and [[Fox News]] discussing the incident.

==Public Speaking==
Plank gave the keynote speech at the [[Autism Society of America]]'s national conference in 2010.<ref>{{cite web|title=Making Connections Online|format = Keynote speech|url=http://www.autism-society.org/site/News2?page=NewsArticle&id=16342&news_iv_ctrl=1882|date=}}</ref><ref>[http://asa.confex.com/asa/2010/webprogram/Session5186.html Autism Society's 41st National Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders: Keynote: Making Connections Online: Communicating through Blogs and Online Communities<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref><ref>[http://lbnuke.com/2010/07/22/autism-society-conference-keynote-with-alex-plank/ Autism Society Conference Keynote with Alex Plank — LBnuke<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref>


==External links==
* {{IMDb name|2420485}}

==References==
{{Reflist}}

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Revision as of 22:37, 11 September 2015

Alex Plank
Born
Charlottesville, Virginia
NationalityAmerican
Occupation(s)autism advocate, film consultation, filmmaker
Known forcreating Wrong Planet

Alexander "Alex" Plank (born 1986) is an autism advocate, filmmaker, actor, and the creator of Wrong Planet. He is known for his consulting work on FX's The Bridge. After being diagnosed at the age of 9 with Asperger's Syndrome, Plank started Wrong Planet in order to find others like him on the Internet.[1] After the popularity of Wrong Planet grew, Plank has been frequently mentioned in the mainstream media in articles relating to Autism, Asperger's, and Autism rights.[2][3][4]


Alex Plank's story is covered in the special education curriculum of many universities in the United States. A page is dedicated to Alex Plank and his story in a textbook used by various universities such as the University of Virginia and George Mason University for introduction to special education courses.[1][5][6][7]

In 2010, Plank started an Internet television program called Autism Talk TV. The venture is sponsored by Autism Speaks.[8] Rosie O'Donnell and John Elder Robison talked about the show on Rosie Radio[9] A front page article from The New York Times, entitled "Navigating Love and Autism," written by Amy Harmon, was published in December 2011 about the romantic relationship between his two autistic co-hosts Jack Robison and Kirsten Lindsmith. Alex Plank, Wrong Planet, and Autism Talk TV were discussed.[10]

Work in Film and Television

Alex Plank serves as a consultant for the TV series The Bridge and works with Diane Kruger on developing her character.[11] He made his on-screen acting debut in the finale of season one, playing the role of the intern at the El Paso Times.[12] Diane Kruger stated that Plank was on set every day, would go to the writers room, and was "instrumental" to both her performance and to the writers, as he would also work with the writers in the writers room. [13]

Plank travelled to France in February 2012 to direct a documentary exposé, entitled Shameful, concerning the way in which autism is viewed and treated in France. A trailer was released in July, 2012.[14] Along with French activist David Heurtevent, Plank founded Autism Rights Watch, an NGO for which he serves as president.[15]

Plank travelled to France in February 2012 to direct a documentary exposé, entitled Shameful, concerning the way in which autism is viewed and treated in France. The film is currently in post-production and has been covered by publications in both France and the United States, including L'Express and Vivre FM, a radio station in Paris. A trailer was released in July, 2012.[16] Along with French activist David Heurtevent, Plank founded Autism Rights Watch, an NGO for which he serves as president.[17]

In 2006, Alex Plank was sued by the victims of a 19-year-old member of the site, William Freund,[18] who shot two people and himself in Aliso Viejo, California after openly telling others on the site that he planned to do so.[19] Plank appeared on Good Morning America and Fox News discussing the incident.

Public Speaking

Plank gave the keynote speech at the Autism Society of America's national conference in 2010.[20][21][22]


References

  1. ^ a b Hallahan, Dan (2006). Exceptional Learners: Introduction to Special Education (10th Edition). Allyn & Bacon. p. 452. ISBN 0-205-44421-0.
  2. ^ Deardorff, Julie (2008-05-11). "Some Autistics Don't want to be Cured". Chicago Tribune.
  3. ^ The New Wave of Autism Rights Activists - New York Magazine
  4. ^ Harris, Lynn (2008-09-18). "The "Retarded" Renaissance". Salon.
  5. ^ The Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia
  6. ^ George Mason University
  7. ^ http://oregonstate.edu/education/programs/syllabi/COUN548.doc
  8. ^ Marc Sirkin (March 15, 2008). "Introducing Autism Talk TV". Autism Speaks.
  9. ^ Rosie Radio, September 9, 2010
  10. ^ Harmon, Amy. Navigating Love and Autism "The New York Times", December 26, 2011
  11. ^ Guthrie, Marisa (August 2, 2013). "'The Bridge' EPs and Stars Talk Asperger's, Tweaks in Season 2". The Hollywood Reporter.
  12. ^ http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2920010/fullcredits?ref_=tt_cl_sm#cast
  13. ^ Goldman, Eric (2013-08-6). "The Bridge Producers and Diane Kruger on Sonya's Asperger's". IGN. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)|
  14. ^ Didier, Arthur "Shameful", la honte, le documentaire choc réalisé Alex Plank et Noah Trevino sur l'autisme en France July 16, 2012
  15. ^ Pignard, Magali Autisme : une ONG intervient sur le sol français pour dénoncer la responsabilité de l’État. September 27, 2012
  16. ^ Didier, Arthur "Shameful", la honte, le documentaire choc réalisé Alex Plank et Noah Trevino sur l'autisme en France July 16, 2012
  17. ^ Pignard, Magali Autisme : une ONG intervient sur le sol français pour dénoncer la responsabilité de l’État. September 27, 2012
  18. ^ Hann, Michael. A loaded discussion. The Guardian, November 14, 2005. Retrieved on 2008-03-07.
  19. ^ Tran, Mia Relatives sue over shotgun slayings "Los Angeles Times", November 18, 2006
  20. ^ "Making Connections Online" (Keynote speech).
  21. ^ Autism Society's 41st National Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders: Keynote: Making Connections Online: Communicating through Blogs and Online Communities
  22. ^ Autism Society Conference Keynote with Alex Plank — LBnuke

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