Reaching For The Rope

A new investigation into the suicide epidemic among Gypsies, Roma and Travellers has revealed a hidden mental health crisis that families are struggling to cope with. The suicide rate within this community is estimated to be up to seven times higher than all other communities. The film is the first in a series of three films
investigating some of the moving stories behind the British Gypsy, Roma and Traveller suicide epidemic. Romani journalist and film producer, Jake Bowers, travelled from Kent to Cumbria during the summer of 2024 and explored the cost of poor mental health within
his community.

Writer/Director/Editing: Jake Bowers; Director of Photography: Stuart White Actors: Michael Kiersey, Stefan McCusker, Claire Bowers, Lily Bowers, Janet Ledwith, Myah Smith