On the Spectrum

Released in 2018, the TV series 'On the Spectrum' took the television world by storm with its unique storyline and powerful performances. This break-down gives detailed insight into the series.

About On the Spectrum

'On the Spectrum' is an Israeli drama-comedy television series that follows the lives of three roommates in their late twenties, all on the Autism spectrum. The series captures their day to day lives, their struggles with social norms, intimate relationships, and independent decision-making abilities. 'On the Spectrum' presents a nuanced portrayal of Autism, emphasizng the complexity of each individual beyond their diagnosis.

Making / Production

Created by Dana Idisis and Yuval Shafferman, the series was produced by the Yes Studios in Israel. The inspiration for the series comes from Idisis's brother who is on the spectrum. The series took four years to develop, involving intensive research to accurately portray Autism.

Actors

• Niv Majar - Playing Ron, he brilliantly portrays the character's delicate balance between his longing for independence and his struggle to navigate through the world with Autism.
• Naomi Levov - As Zohar, Levov shows the character's desire for intimacy while dealing with sensory issues.
• Ben Yosipovich - Playing Amit, Yosipovich highlights the character's overwhelming ability in mathematics and the conflict it creates in his wish to be 'normal'.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Both the creators have family members with Autism, which linked them personally to the project.
• The series took home nine awards from the Israeli Academy of Film and Television.

Awards

The show has been critically acclaimed and has won several awards, among them being the best drama series, best actress for Naomi Levov, best actor for Niv Majar, and best screenplay at the Israeli Academy Awards.

Quotes

• "We are not broken, just different."
• "I don't need to be fixed, I need to be understood."
• "Yes, I'm different. But, so is everyone."

Music, Soundtrack

• The series uses an original score by Ran Bagno, which beautifully complements the moving story.