The Reason I Jump

The Reason I Jump

2020 · 82 min · EN · 7.2 (26 votes)
Dir. Jerry Rothwell · Starring Jordan O'Donegan, David Mitchell, Donna Budway, Emma Budway, Jeremy Dear, Joss Dear · Music Nainita Desai
Documentary

Based on the book by Naoki Higashida, filmmaker Jerry Rothwell examines the lives of five non-speaking, autistic youngsters.

VIBE

This film offers a profoundly empathetic and insightful journey into the sensory worlds of non-speaking autistic individuals. It's a reflective, intimate experience, illuminating unique perceptions and fostering a deeper understanding of human connection. The hopeful tone is both gentle and illuminating.

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