The Reason I Jump
Synopsis
Based on the book by Naoki Higashida, filmmaker Jerry Rothwell examines the lives of five non-speaking, autistic youngsters.
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Official U.S. TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-12-07
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 23, 2020
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 15, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jerry Rothwell
- Screenplay & Story
- Naoki Higashida
- Original Score
- Nainita Desai
- Original Title
- The Reason I Jump
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Met Film Production, Runaway Fridge Productions, Vulcan Productions, BFI
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jerry Rothwell
Naoki Higashida
Nainita Desai
Ruben Woodin Dechamps
David Charap
Al Morrow, Jeremy Dear, Rocky Collins, Carole Tomko, Stevie Lee
Department Leadership Roster
David Charap
Editor
Jerry Rothwell
Director
Al Morrow
Producer
Jeremy Dear
Producer
Ruben Woodin Dechamps
Director of Photography
Stevie Lee
Producer
Nainita Desai
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Reason I Jump
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What is The Reason I Jump about?
Based on the book by Naoki Higashida, filmmaker Jerry Rothwell examines the lives of five non-speaking, autistic youngsters.
Who directed The Reason I Jump?
The Reason I Jump was directed by Jerry Rothwell.
Who stars in The Reason I Jump?
The principal cast of The Reason I Jump includes Jordan O'Donegan, David Mitchell, Donna Budway, Emma Budway, Jeremy Dear.
When was The Reason I Jump released and how long is it?
The Reason I Jump was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for The Reason I Jump?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Reason I Jump was composed by Nainita Desai.
Is The Reason I Jump based on a book or true story?
The Reason I Jump is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Naoki Higashida".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Reason I Jump?
The Reason I Jump holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).