Contributor Matthew Mulcahy

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A new film season explores the relationship between autism and cinema

by Matthew Mulcahy

The Barbican’s programme includes a diverse selection of work that puts neurodiverse voices front and centre.
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Review

The Reason I Jump

by Matthew Mulcahy

This documentary adaptation of Naoki Higashida’s memoir is an immersive sensory exploration of non-verbal autism.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
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How Eternal Beauty challenges mental health representation

by Matthew Mulcahy

Craig Roberts’ second feature, about a woman copying with schizophrenia, allows us to share its protagonist’s experience.
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Video

Watch: A Personal Ode to Going to the Cinema

by Matthew Mulcahy

As cinemas in the UK prepare to reopen, Matthew Mulcahy reflects on his formative experiences of watching films on the big screen.

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