AMC Entertainment and the Autism Society of America have teamed up to bring families affected by autism and other disabilities a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis. “Sensory Friendly Films” premiered across the country last August, and will continue with a special showing of the new film “Race to Witch Mountain” at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 14, at three area theaters including Warrenville.

Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disability that often comes with sensory challenges, such as hypersensitivity to light or sound. Children or adults affected by autism may not understand the social boundaries of movie theater etiquette, such as not talking during the film or sitting still through most of the show.

In order to provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for this audience, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down; families will be able to bring in their own gluten-free, casein-free snacks; and no previews or advertisements will be shown before the movie. Additionally, audience members are welcome to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing.

Tickets cost $6 and can be purchased on the day of the event. The theater locations are: AMC Cantera 30, 28250 Diehl Road, Warrenville; AMC South Barrington 30, 175 Studio Drive; and AMC Northbrook 14, 1525 Lake Cook Road.

For more information, visit www.autism-society.org/sensoryfilms.