What is wrong with Mos Def's character in the film "16 Blocks"?

Question

Autism?

Answer 1

OCD...Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a psychiatric disorder most commonly characterized by a subject's obsessive, distressing, intrusive thoughts and related compulsions (tasks or "rituals") which attempt to neutralize the obsessions. Thus it is an anxiety disorder.

Answer 2

I thought he played that role winningly. Oscar worthy. He was playing a fast talking con man. The part was very physical. It required him to exhibit fear, humor, drama, the whole nine yards.

I thought he was brilliant.


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