
The Reason I Jump
Directed by Jerry Rothwell
Produced by Met Film Production, Runaway Fridge Productions
A tender, intimate documentary that celebrates the inner lives and joyful moments of non-speaking autistic children, grounded in warmth and genuine connection.
Based on the book by Naoki Higashida, filmmaker Jerry Rothwell examines the lives of five non-speaking, autistic youngsters.
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Is The Reason I Jump easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 95% of films.
Is The Reason I Jump violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Does The Reason I Jump end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.
Is The Reason I Jump scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is The Reason I Jump sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
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Like The Reason I Jump
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Reason I Jump, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Reason I Jump, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.


















































