2018 VTEDDY WINNER: HERNANDEZ/BAYLISS PRIZE – TRIUMPH OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT
NEW ENGLAND PREMIERE
SYNOPSIS
Set against the backdrop of the physician shortage and opioid epidemic in rural America, this moving film follows three healthcare providers in northern New Mexico. Amidst personal struggles that reflect those of their patients, the journeys of the providers unfold as they work to reach rural Americans who would otherwise be left out of the healthcare system. With intimate access, the documentary portrays the transformative power of providers’ relationships with marginalized patients.
SCREENING INFORMATION
Friday, August 24, 2018
7:15 pm
Twilight Hall
CREDITS
Directors: Laura Green, Anna Moot-Levin (will attend the festival)
Writers: Laura Green, Anna Moot-Levin
Producers: Laura Green, Anna Moot-Levin
FILM INFORMATION
Genre: Documentary Feature
Length: 85 min
Location: USA
Language: English