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Sheltered by his grandparents, Luke, a young man with autism, is thrust into a world that doesn't expect anything from him. But Luke is on a quest for a job and true love. And he isn't taking no for an answer.

Seth Green
Zack

Cary Elwes
Paul

Al Sapienza
David

Kristin Bauer
Cindy

Lou Taylor Pucci
Luke

Lisa Ryder
Sara

Kenneth Welsh
Jonas

Jayne Eastwood
Theresa

Zoë Belkin
Charlene

Art Hindle
Mr. Nichols
The Story of Luke is a drama, comedy film released in 2013 exploring themes of autism, autistic. Directed by Alonso Mayo, it stars Seth Green, Cary Elwes, Al Sapienza. Sheltered by his grandparents, Luke, a young man with autism, is thrust into a world that doesn't expect anything from him. But Luke is on a quest for a job and true love. And he isn't taking no for an answer.
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