Salt Lake Film SocietyThe Reason I Jump

The Reason I Jump

Dates: On-Demand
Cost: $12.00

THE REASON I JUMP Based on the book by Naoki Higashida this immersive film explores the experiences of non speaking autistic people around the world. Directed by Jerry Rothwell USA | NR | 82 min | Documentary / 2020 From the Director of: THE SCHOOL IN THE CLOUDS, SOUR GRAPES, TOWN OF RUNNERS, DONOR UNKNOWN Awards: Sundance Film Festival, Audience Award-World Cinema Documentary – 2020, Vancouver Int. Film Festival – Audience Award-Int. Documentary – 2020, Atmosphere Film Festival (France), Audience Award, 2020 English

“It’s as emotionally piercing as it is beautiful to behold..” — Variety
“Instead of a literal adaptation, Rothwell’s film is a supplement, an echo, a response that enriches the experience of the original work.” — Hollywood Reporter
“This small film is a masterclass in communication for anyone ready to listen..” — Screen International

Instructions: Virtual Screening at https://slfsathome.org/main/the-reason-i-jump ; Credit Card Only.