Five non-speaking autistic children share their daily lives and communication challenges, inspired by Naoki Higashida's book.
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Five non-speaking autistic children share their daily lives and communication challenges, inspired by Naoki Higashida's book.
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Synopsis
Amrit Khurana, a non-speaking autistic child, navigates daily life with unique challenges and insights. Filmmaker Jerry Rothwell presents the experiences of five such youngsters in 'The Reason I Jump', inspired by Naoki Higashida's book. The documentary captures their personal narratives, revealing their thoughts and feelings about communication and connection. Through intimate storytelling, it aims to foster empathy and awareness of the autistic community, encouraging a deeper understanding of their inner worlds.
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Why Watch
- Meet Amrit Khurana and other young autistic voices.
- Find out how non-verbal children express their thoughts.
- See the daily lives of autistic youngsters in detail.
Did You Know
- The film features five non-speaking autistic youngsters.
- It is based on a book by Naoki Higashida.
- The documentary has a runtime of 82 minutes.
- The production involved collaboration between the United States and the United Kingdom.
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Who directed 'The Reason I Jump'?
Jerry Rothwell directed 'The Reason I Jump'.
What is the duration of 'The Reason I Jump'?
The duration of 'The Reason I Jump' is 82 minutes.
In which countries was 'The Reason I Jump' produced?
The film was produced in the United States of America and the United Kingdom.
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