The Reason I Jump

Released Jan 8, 2021

1h 22m

Documentary

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Based on the best-selling book by Naoki Higashida, THE REASON I JUMP is an immersive cinematic exploration of neuro-diversity through the experiences of nonspeaking autistic people from around the world. The film blends Higashida's revelatory insights into autism, written when he was just 13, with intimate portraits of five remarkable young people. It opens a window into an intense and overwhelming, but often joyful, sensory universe.

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Critics Consensus

The Reason I Jump's moving personal perspective succeeds in providing an authentic understanding of its subjects' journeys.

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Paul Byrnes

Sydney Morning Herald

If you take it all at face value and as unproblematic, the effect is dreamlike and revelatory. If this is what it really feels like to be autistic, the words seem to open a door of perception. That’s a big “if”.

Rated: 3/5

Jul 28, 2022

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Kevin Maher

Times (UK)

Informative, illuminating and quietly moving.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 21, 2021

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Wendy Ide

Observer (UK)

Rothwell uses the language of cinema - macro lens closeups, distortion, off-kilter framing and an evocative blend of sound design and score - to convey the autistic experience of the world.

Rated: 5/5

Jun 20, 2021

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Amy Smith

InSession Film

There needs to be more awareness, and I hope that this documentary becomes the start of a conversation that can develop and mature for several more.

Rated: B+

Mar 8, 2023

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Cris Kennedy

The Canberra Times (Australia)

The Reason I Jump is an immersive portrait of neurodiversity.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 2, 2022

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Calum Baker

Radio Times

A moving and accomplished film that both inspires and educates, and ably demonstrates how individuals and families could benefit from more considered support and political policy.

Rated: 4/5

Mar 24, 2022

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Y. S

ABSOLUTE MUST SEE as a human being!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/27/23

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isla s

I thought this was a very immersive documentary that does well at giving an insight into the lives and minds of non verbal autistic adolescents. Its a very colourful film, in terms of the bright colours shown on screen (not referring to strong language, its safe to say). I liked the sense of hope it conveys - we could all do with feeling more hope at the moment. I would definitely recommend this film if your interested in what it's like to be a non verbal autistic person, yes.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

Beautiful and eye-opening, a must watch!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/05/23

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Audience Member

Cinematography was astounding, especially for a documentary. The sound design makes beautiful connections between pictures and unexpected sounds, making it a sensory experience, especially in dolby atmos. the story seemed to be a bit cliché at times, showing mostly the easy and good things. it still was very touching and emotional and i really felt connected with the 5 characters. it seemed as if they tried to not overwhelm the viewer with sound and pictures, even though they were saying that the world can be quite very overwhelming to people with autism. i feel like i have a better understanding of autism with a less prejudiced view after seeing the movie.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/20/23

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dave d

A fantastic film for hubby and wife date night, the documentary, 'The Reason I Jump'. Hubby loved the film. It's another in the growing line of fantastic and illuminating docs on autism. It's wonderful and will open your heart to some ideas. It's remarkable when you think about it what these formally unable to communicate people can now do! It's filmed in a way that is colorful and happy. We need more uplifting movies and this is wonderful. Wife: It's fine, I didn't like it as much because I already knew so much about this topic. It's a fine film and very educational. Hubby: 9.8/Wife: 7 Average: 8.4/10

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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andy h

Through sensory alterations, the audience will get an introspective, poignant look into the embodiment of different autistic people across the globe.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Jerry Rothwell

Director

Naoki Higashida

Writer

Jeremy Dear

Producer

Stevie Lee

Producer

Al Morrow

Producer

Jody Allen

Executive Producer

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Synopsis

Based on the best-selling book by Naoki Higashida, THE REASON I JUMP is an immersive cinematic exploration of neuro-diversity through the experiences of nonspeaking autistic people from around the world. The film blends Higashida's revelatory insights into autism, written when he was just 13, with intimate portraits of five remarkable young people. It opens a window into an intense and overwhelming, but often joyful, sensory universe.

Director: Jerry Rothwell
Producer: Jody Allen, Paul Allen, Rocky Collins, Lizzie Francke
Screenwriter: Naoki Higashida
Distributor: Kino Lorber
Production Co: The Ideas Room, Met Film Production, Vulcan Productions, Runaway Fridge, British Film Institute, BFI Film Fund
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 8, 2021, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 9, 2021
Runtime: 1h 22m

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