The Opioid Trilogy: Addiction Animated

Tues, Feb 17 • 6:00 PM

Manny's

About this event

Join us for an evening exploring the opioid crisis through filmmaker Joanna Rudnick's powerful personal lens. We will screen two short films from the Independent Lens PBS series, The Opioid Trilogy, followed by a conversation with filmmaker Joanna Rudnick. Joanna will share her journey to understand the demand side of drug use and the complex emotional realities facing families, while working to avoid the voyeuristic tropes that too often shape addiction narratives. Moderated by Marcia Jarmel, this discussion will highlight how storytelling can help shift the narrative toward compassion, dignity, and healing.

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