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We're so honored that "‘Heroin(e)" was chosen - among an outstanding group of contenders - as the winner of the 2018 Emmy for "Outstanding Short Documentary." We dedicate this award to America's first responders, those in longterm recovery, and those still suffering from substance use disorder.
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Photo of Huntington Fire Chief, Jan Rader: By Rebecca Kiger/Netflix
We're so honored and humbled to share that "Heroin(e)" has been nominated for an Academy Award. "Heroin(e)" examines a public health crisis that many communities are struggling with, so for this topic to have captured the attention of the Academy means so much to us, as filmmakers, and to those on the front lines. As native West Virginians living in the midst of this crisis, we believe the stories of these three tenacious and resilient women are what this country needs - a message of hope and survival to show us a way forward.
Thanks to all of you for the ongoing support!
-Elaine & Curren
1/27/2018 Free Naloxone Training and "Heroin(e)" Screening (Charleston, W.Va.)
2/15/2018 "Heroin(e)" screening at the WV Legislature (Charleston, W.Va.)
2/15/2018 Free Public Screening of "Heroin(e)" at University of Charleston (7-8:30 PM)
2/22/2018 Appalachian Narratives: Notes on Identity (Huntington, W.Va.)
3/8/2018 WVU Women's History Month Exhibit (Morgantown, W.Va.)
Host your own community screening using our screening guides here: https://recoveryboysthefilm.com/resources/
RECENT PRESS
1/2018: The Hollywood Reporter
1/2018: Moveable Fest
1/2018: WestDoc Live
1/2018: Roll Call
1/2018: Charleston Gazette-Mail
1/2018: ANNA Magazine
11/2017: WMMT Radio
11/2017: The New Republic
11/2017: NPR 1A
11/2017: Think Progress
11/2017: The Washington Post's "The Lily"
11/2017: The Hollywood Reporter
10/2017: MSNBC Meet The Press Daily
9/2017: Mother Jones
I'm so excited to announce that "Heroin(e)" is now available for streaming on Netflix. I can't wait for each and every one of you to meet Jan Rader, Necia Freeman and Patricia Keller. As filmmakers, we have witnessed first-hand how their dedication, empathy and courage changes lives on a daily basis in Huntington, W.Va. and now you, the viewer, can experience their passion through this 39-minute film.
After our screening at Telluride, several people approached me and shared their personal story of loss and desire to bring this film to their community. I'm happy to report that Netflix has made "Heroin(e)" available for educational/non-profit screenings, which allows individuals and organizations to host events and start conversations around this film. In the coming weeks, our website will include FAQs and guides that will instruct you how to host a screening in your community.
If this story impacts you personally, or you just want to share your thoughts after watching, please do so by using the hashtag #HeroineNetflix. This allows us to track the conversation and impact that this film is having on audiences.
Also, on Sunday, September 17, please join us at the Camden International Film Festival where we will be screening "Heroin(e)" followed by a panel of experts on the opioid crisis. RSVP here.
Enjoy the film, share with friends and family, and please reach out with any feedback or thoughts.
Thank you!
-Elaine McMillion Sheldon
Listen to the interview on West Virginia Morning (NPR)
Read the interview on 100 Days in Appalachia
Watch and share the trailer #HeroineNetflix
Read and share with your local media
