Jimmie
Synopsis
Kathy is a single mother who is reluctant to have her 17-year-old autistic son Jimmie return to a home. She takes him in, even though everyone dissuades her from doing so. She is forced to accept that her proximity to Jimmie does not have the desired effect for his progress. On the contrary, his reactions to the unfamiliar situation are fierce, taking her to her limits time and again. The only thing that makes Jimmie feel comfortable is swimming: his greatest passion. When the swim coach discovers his talent, new prospects seem to open for him.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tobias Ineichen
- Original Title
- Jimmie
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
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What is Jimmie about?
Kathy is a single mother who is reluctant to have her 17-year-old autistic son Jimmie return to a home. She takes him in, even though everyone dissuades her from doing so. She is forced to accept that her proximity to Jimmie does not have the desired effect for his progress. On the contrary, his reactions to the unfamiliar situation are fierce, taking her to her limits time and again. The only thing that makes Jimmie feel comfortable is swimming: his greatest passion. When the swim coach discovers his talent, new prospects seem to open for him.
Who directed Jimmie?
Jimmie was directed by Tobias Ineichen.
Who stars in Jimmie?
The principal cast of Jimmie includes Joel Basman, Martin Rapold, Michael Neuenschwander, Stephanie Japp, Miriam Stein.
When was Jimmie released and how long is it?
Jimmie was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.