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A nonprofit production company creating a kinder world through the power of film. and worldwide.

Just Like You Films is a nonprofit film company that offers a powerful tool in the fight against bullying. We develop films and materials that educate the local and global communities on how to communicate about difficult subjects, such as childhood cancer, burns, Down syndrome, and autism. JLY Films captures real life stories that teach children how we are more alike than we are different. JLY films have been viewed over 250,00 times on Youtube in 117 countries and are distributed across the U.S. Recently, the Brazilian government authorized a program where JLY - Down Syndrome will be played in every state health care facility in their country servicing 94 million people. We partner with national organizations like the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, the National Down Syndrome Society, the Down Syndrome Guild and the Autism Society. In 2013, the United Nations presented our Down Syndrome film to its members in a general session. And, we were honored to receive the 2013 TASH Positive Images in the Media Award, the 2014 NDSC Education Award, The 2014 Kansas City Jewish Film Festival Trailblazer Award, the AMC Cares Award and we were nominated in four categories and won The 2014 Golden Door International Film Festival Raising Awareness Award. In October 2014, with the help of our public television partner, KCPT, we will launch our films on Learn 360, an educational video subscription platform reaching 8 million kids in 25,000 schools in the United States and Canada.

10/28/2026

Meet Agnes. ☀️💛

Agnes has an iPhone clipped to her belt, 6,000 songs on it, and opinions about everyone else’s music. When Terri shows up with a Walkman and orange batteries, Agnes tells her she has a lot to learn, new fish.

Jordan Nichole Wall (俞美梅) Wall plays Agnes. You may know her from Netflix US The Politician, ABC Stumptown, or Smile Squad’s video What It’s Like to Have Down Syndrome, which has passed 28 million views. Jordan is also an athlete, a dancer, a Global Messenger for Special Olympics, and a board member of the Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles. We are grateful she brought that voice to our film. 💛

RISE AND SHINE is inspired by a true story and is in select AMC Theatres now with limited showtimes.

🎬 LIMITED THEATRICAL RELEASE! RISE AND SHINE opens in select AMC Theatres, with limited showtimes. Check your local theater, grab your tickets and lets extend this theatrical run past October 28th!

A portion of proceeds benefits Just Like You Films, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating films and programs that build empathy, inclusion, and understanding. 💛

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10/27/2026

Meet Ryan. ☀️💛

Terri’s first crush. Butterflies, rehearsing what to say, wondering if he noticed you noticing him. Every teenager knows that feeling, and in RISE AND SHINE, Terri gets to have it too.

Actor Gabriel del Valle brings Ryan to life in RISE AND SHINE, playing Terri’s crush as she experiences the friendships, feelings, and milestones that make growing up unforgettable.

Inspired by a true story, RISE AND SHINE celebrates friendship, belonging, and the universal experiences that connect us all.

🎬 LIMITED THEATRICAL RELEASE! RISE AND SHINE opens in select AMC Theatres, with limited showtimes. Check your local theater, grab your tickets and lets extend this theatrical run past October 28th!
🎟️ A portion of ticket proceeds benefits Just Like You Films, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating films and programs that build empathy, inclusion, and understanding.

So when you buy a ticket, you’re not just seeing a movie. You’re helping bring more meaningful, inclusive stories to the big screen. 💛

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10/23/2026

☀️ TODAY IS THE DAY! RISE AND SHINE IS OFFICIALLY IN THEATERS! 🎬💛

Inspired by a true story, RISE AND SHINE is a heartwarming film about friendship, belonging, independence, and the courage to live life on your own terms.

After years of bringing this story to life, we are so excited for audiences across the country to experience it on the big screen!

🎟️ BUT DON’T WAIT! This is a limited theatrical release, with the final showings currently scheduled for Wednesday, October 28!

💛 A portion of ticket proceeds will benefit Just Like You Films, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, helping us continue creating films and programs that build empathy, inclusion, and understanding.

So when you buy a ticket, you’re not just seeing a movie. You’re helping bring more meaningful, inclusive stories to the big screen. 💛

10/22/2026

Meet Mr. Broome! ☀️ 
Sometimes the best teachers are the ones who understand us on a deeper level. Sharing more than just a classroom, Mr. Broome and Terri have a special connection built on understanding, empathy, and the power of being seen for who you truly are.

Played by Jordan Walker Ross (The Chosen, 1883, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever), Mr. Broome helps Terri navigate bullying and the challenges of high school.

💛 Authentic representation is at the heart of what we do at JLYF and at the movie RISE AND SHINE. Both Jordan and leading actress Ana Sharp live with cerebral palsy, bringing their lived experiences to the screen.

🎬 LIMITED THEATRICAL RELEASE! RISE AND SHINE opens October 23 in select AMC Theatres for JUST SIX DAYS, with limited showtimes. Check your local theater and get your tickets before you miss your chance to see it on the big screen!

🎟️ Your ticket is more than a seat at the movies. It advocates for more inclusive storytelling. Strong opening attendance could encourage AMC to extend screenings and bring RISE AND SHINE to additional theaters.

A portion of ticket proceeds benefits Just Like You Films, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to creating films and programs that build empathy, inclusion, and understanding.

If you believe stories like this deserve to be told, the best way to show your support is to show up. 💛

10/21/2026

We’re in PEOPLE Magazine! And this story is one you won’t want to miss!

Tony Award-winning actress Rachel Bay Jones never imagined she’d share the big screen with her daughter, Miranda Jones. Now, the two are making movie memories together in RISE AND SHINE! 🎬

In an exclusive PEOPLE feature, Rachel and Miranda share what it was like working together, while breakout star Ana Sharp opens up about making her feature film debut as Terri, a young woman with cerebral palsy determined to live life on her own terms.

Inspired by the true story of Janice Steele and her late daughter Terri, RISE AND SHINE is a powerful coming-of-age film about friendship, independence, belonging, and the courage to follow your dreams.

“Having a disability is very challenging, and sometimes even heartbreaking, but that doesn’t mean you can’t dream big or accomplish the things you want to do in your life. We have so much ability. We just need the chance to let it shine.” 💛 — Ana Sharp

We are incredibly proud of this cast and the authentic representation at the heart of this film.

📰 Read the exclusive PEOPLE Magazine feature at the link in our bio!

🎟️ RISE AND SHINE opens THIS FRIDAY, October 23, in participating AMC Theatres nationwide!

✨ Get your tickets NOW and help us make opening weekend unforgettable! Find a theater near you through the link
https://na2.hubs.ly/H08xJVT0

Even better, a portion of ticket proceeds benefits Just Like You Films, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to creating a kinder, more compassionate world through storytelling.

Every ticket supports more stories that deserve to be told. 💛

10/19/2026

Meet Amanda. ☀️💛

Every great chapter deserves a great friend beside you.

As Terri steps into a new world of high school, friendship, and independence, Amanda is right there alongside her, sharing the laughter, excitement, and unforgettable moments that come with growing up.

Analesa Fisher, best known for portraying Kendall Sarn in Netflix’s Metal Lords and starring opposite Nasim Pedrad in TBS’s Chad, brings warmth, humor, and heart to Amanda, Terri’s best friend in RISE AND SHINE.

Inspired by a true story, RISE AND SHINE celebrates friendship, belonging, independence, and the people who help us feel seen for exactly who we are.

🎬 See RISE AND SHINE in participating AMC Theatres beginning October 23!

🎟️ A portion of ticket proceeds benefits Just Like You Films, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating films and programs that build empathy, inclusion, and understanding.

So when you buy a ticket, you’re not just seeing a movie. You’re helping bring more meaningful, inclusive stories to the big screen. 💛

10/16/2026

✨ Celebrate the season while giving back!

This holiday season, there are 2 ways to support Just Like You Films while making spirits bright! 💛

🎁 Shop Jack Stack Barbecue: Make your holiday gatherings even more delicious! When you order through our special Jack Stack storefront, 15% of every purchase benefits Just Like You Films. Perfect for holiday entertaining, gifting, and sharing with loved ones!

✨ Join us for our Holiday Open House: Celebrate the season with us at the Just Like You Films studio on Thursday, November 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. Enjoy holiday cheer, shop local vendors, connect with our community, and sample delicious barbecue from Jack Stack, along with other festive refreshments!

❤️ A special thank you to Jack Stack Barbecue for supporting our holiday fundraiser and sharing a taste of Kansas City with our guests!

Every purchase and every show of support helps us continue creating a kinder, more compassionate world through the power of storytelling.

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Click the link to place your order for Jack Stack
https://na2.hubs.ly/H08q58T0

10/15/2026

Meet Doc. ☀️💛

Sometimes love means knowing when to step in, when to step back, and when to simply be there.

Tony Award winner Danny Burstein, known for his acclaimed performances in Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Fiddler on the Roof, South Pacific, and HBO’s Boardwalk Empire, brings warmth, humor, and heart to Doc, a man who finds his place in the lives of Janice and Terri Steele.

Inspired by a true story, RISE AND SHINE celebrates love, family, and the people who show up for us.

See RISE AND SHINE in AMC Theatres nationwide beginning October 23.
https://na2.hubs.ly/H08nWcK0

🎟️ A portion of ticket proceeds benefits Just Like You Films, helping us create more stories that build empathy, inclusion, and understanding.

10/14/2026

Meet Janice. ☀️💛

Being a mother means holding on with all your heart - and learning when to let go.

As Terri dreams of high school, friendship, romance, and prom, Janice is learning something, too: how to give her daughter room to experience new things while embracing a new chapter of her own life.

Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award winner Rachel Bay Jones, beloved for Dear Evan Hansen, Young Sheldon, and Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, brings warmth, humor, and heart to Janice Steele in RISE AND SHINE.

And there’s a special real-life mother-daughter connection! Rachel’s daughter, Miranda Jones, makes her feature film debut in RISE AND SHINE, playing Stephanie. 💛

Inspired by the true story of Janice Steele and her daughter Terri, RISE AND SHINE is a celebration of love, life, and the courage it takes to change.

🎬 In participating AMC Theatres October 23!
https://na2.hubs.ly/H08nW8K0

🎟️ A portion of ticket proceeds benefits Just Like You Films, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating stories that build empathy, inclusion, and understanding.

10/12/2026

Get ready to dance the night away! ✨
We’re thrilled to announce BANDABBA, The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA, as the live entertainment for the 2027 Power of Film Gala: MAMMA MIA! Knowing Me, Knowing You.
Join us on March 6, 2027 at The Abbott for an unforgettable evening filled with music, storytelling, community and purpose, all in support of Just Like You Films and our mission to create a kinder, more compassionate world through the power of storytelling.
We are proud to welcome Katie and Mark Moreland as our 2027 Gala Chairs and are incredibly grateful to Lockton for serving as our Presenting Sponsor.
✨ Sponsorship opportunities are now available.
Put your organization at the center of one of our biggest nights of the year while helping us continue creating films and programs that build empathy, inclusion and understanding.
🔗 Learn more and become a sponsor at https://na2.hubs.ly/H08kKL00

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