13 Reasons Why: Beyond the Reasons

About 13 Reasons Why: Beyond the Reasons

13 Reasons Why: Beyond the Reasons is a docuseries that serves as a companion to the popular Netflix drama series "13 Reasons Why." It was released in 2017 and follows the first season of the show. This docuseries provides a deeper exploration into the themes, messages, and impact of the TV show, as well as the issues it tackles.

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• Making / Production
• Actors
• Trivia / Interesting Facts
• Awards
• Quotes
• Music
• Soundtrack

About

13 Reasons Why: Beyond the Reasons delves into the gripping story of Hannah Baker, a high school student who takes her own life and leaves behind a series of cassette tapes explaining the thirteen reasons why she made that choice. It explores the issues of bullying, sexual assault, mental health, and the impact of rumors and social media.

This docuseries invites cast members, as well as mental health professionals, educators, and experts, to discuss the show's themes and their significance. It provides a deep look into the process of adapting the novel by Jay Asher into a television series and the choices made in portraying sensitive subjects.

Making / Production

13 Reasons Why: Beyond the Reasons includes interviews with the show's creator, Brian Yorkey, and other members of the production team. They discuss the challenges and responsibilities they faced in adapting the source material and the importance of accurately representing sensitive topics such as suicide and sexual assault.

Actors

• Dylan Minnette - Played Clay Jensen, a high school student who receives the tapes
• Katherine Langford - Played Hannah Baker, the girl who takes her own life and narrates the tapes
• Christian Navarro - Played Tony Padilla, a friend of Hannah's who helps Clay understand the tapes
• Alisha Boe - Played Jessica Davis, a student who faces the aftermath of a sexual assault
• Brandon Flynn - Played Justin Foley, who struggles with guilt and regrets

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The docuseries was released after the first season of "13 Reasons Why" and aimed to provide a platform for discussion and reflection on the issues raised by the show.
• It features interviews with the cast and crew, as well as testimonials from real-life individuals who have been affected by similar experiences depicted in the show.
• Important topics that are covered in the docuseries include mental health, suicide prevention, and the importance of reaching out for help.

Awards

As a docuseries, 13 Reasons Why: Beyond the Reasons did not receive separate awards. However, it contributed to the success and recognition of the main TV series "13 Reasons Why," which received several award nominations and wins.

Quotes

• "We wanted to make something that could hopefully help kids, parents, and schools." - Brian Yorkey, creator
• "It's hard to describe what an incredible experience it was to be a part of something that's had such an impact on people." - Dylan Minnette, actor
• "We're all just messengers trying to start conversations - hard conversations, beautiful conversations, important conversations." - Katherine Langford, actor

Music

The docuseries features a mix of music, with both original compositions and popular songs. The music contributes to the emotional impact of the show and helps to further convey its themes and messages.

Soundtrack

• "The Night We Met" by Lord Huron
• "Only You" by Selena Gomez
• "Bored" by Billie Eilish
• "Lovely" by Billie Eilish and Khalid
• "Back to You" by Selena Gomez