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Rebuilding Paradise Trailer

richie@vitascope.tv 4 years ago

On the morning of Nov. 8, 2018, a devastating firestorm engulfed the picturesque city of Paradise, California. By the time the Camp Fire was extinguished, it had killed 85 people, displaced 50,000 residents and destroyed 95% of local structures. It was the deadliest U.S. fire in 100 years — and the worst ever in California’s history. REBUILDING PARADISE, from Academy Award-winning director RON HOWARD, is a moving story of resilience in the face of tragedy, as a community ravaged by disaster comes together to recover what was lost and begin the important task of rebuilding.

The National Geographic title features devastating first-hand footage of the violent wildfire ripping through the Butte County town and emphasizes the immense feelings of loss and grief Paradise residents faced.

“They’re struggling, they’re still struggling. PTSD is a major factor in all of this,” – Ron Howard.

 

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Joined by producers Sara Bernstein and Xan Parker as well as two of the film’s subjects Michelle John and Steve Culleton, Howard reflected upon the film’s balancing act between the unfortunate ruin and the optimism brought on by the scathing wildfire. The director said that going into the filming process for Rebuilding Paradise, he had no idea where the story would take him. Unlike a scripted feature, the documentary didn’t have a pre-written third act, he said. The instances of both loss and renewal as well as the balance of the two, however, came organically from the members of the Paradise community.

“You balance it because that’s what you witness,” Howard said.

During the panel, he and his producers also explained that they wanted to put viewers in the residents’ shoes and urge them to think about how they would react in similar situations.

“Our hope was that this film would be more about strength and community and showcase the heroes who have lived through the fire and have been committed to rebuilding, especially in this moment of time when communities all around the world are struggling with the aftermath of a catastrophe of this pandemic,” Bernstein said. “[Rebuilding Paradise] offers hope to people who feel they can’t move on or can’t rebuild.”

Adding onto Bernstein’s answer, the Backdraft and Apollo 13 director said that while the documentary covers a single moment of emergency, it asks the larger questions people will eventually encounter when they face a similar struggle or crisis.

“What do we expect from society, what do we expect from ourselves, our neighbors? Our federal government? Our local government?,” Howard asked.

 

“A sincere and skillfully assembled tribute to a community’s fortitude.”

LESLEY FELPERIN, THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER

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Thank you for your interest in supporting victims of the Camp Fire in Paradise, California. The following organizations are still providing direct assistance to the community:

PARADISE ROTARY FOUNDATION The Paradise Rotary Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable foundation, established in 2009 as a means to receive and distribute funds to support community projects and organizations. The Foundation’s mission is to financially assist non-profits whose efforts improve the quality of life in Paradise. The Foundation’s present focus is on the rebuilding and re-population of Paradise following the Camp Fire.
BUTTE STRONG FUND The Butte Strong Fund is a partnership of the North Valley Community Foundation, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. and Aaron Rodgers NorCal Fire Recovery Fund. It is focused on long-term rebuilding and funds projects and organizations within five focus areas: housing, health and wellness, education, community development, and business recovery.
CAMP FIRE COLLABORATIVE The Camp Fire Collaborative (CFC) is a community collaboration comprised of over 50 nonprofit, private, and public organizations working to address the unmet needs of Camp Fire survivors throughout the Butte County region following the exhaustion of federal and state resources. The collaboration identifies long-term recovery issues and develops strategies utilizing their combined vision and resources.

You can also consider supporting recovery efforts provided by the following organizations as other natural disasters arise:

AMERICAN RED CROSS The American Red Cross’ network of generous donors, volunteers and employees shares a mission of preventing and relieving suffering, at home and around the world. Red Cross volunteers and staff work to deliver vital services – from providing relief and support to those in crisis, to helping you be prepared to respond in emergencies. For 2018 wildfire survivors across California, the American Red Cross allocated $27 million in direct financial assistance.
TEAM RUBICON Team Rubicon is an international disaster response nonprofit that unites the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders to rapidly provide relief to communities in need. Founded in 2010 with the expressed goal of quickly responding to large-scale disasters, Team Rubicon has deployed thousands of volunteers across the United States and world to provide relief to communities in need.
GARY SINISE FOUNDATION The Gary Sinise Foundation serves the United States of America by honoring its defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. They do this by creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities. Through the Gary Sinise Foundation’s First Responders Outreach, the Foundation provides help and critical funding for emergency relief, training, and essential equipment to ensure these heroes perform to the best of their abilities.
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
Please note – this film contains graphic content that may be upsetting, particularly for victims of the Camp Fire. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety please seek help. See below for a list of resources in and around Paradise.
Butte Hope
Hopeline: (530)966-7382
E-mail: buttehope@nvcss.org
Facebook: @buttehope.nvcssThe Disaster Distress Helpline
1 (800) 985-5990 or Text: TalkWithUs to 66746Butte County Behavioral Health
(530) 872-6328 – Youth (ages 0-24)
(530) 877-5845 – Adults (ages 18 and over)

North Valley Talk Line
(855) 582-5554

Mental Health for Kids & Youth

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-8255

Enloe Behavioral Health
(530) 332-5250

Heartstrings Counseling – 8 Free sessions for Camp Fire Survivors
(916) 676-7405

Caring Choices – 8 Free sessions for Camp Fire Survivors
(866) 703-3873

Valley Oak Children’s Services
(530) 895-3572

Tzu Chi Chico
(530) 801-6335

CA Parent & Youth Helpline
855-4APARENT (855-427-2736)

Mental Health Tips:

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association provides resources specifically designed around coping with disasters or traumatic events. These resources include:

Mental Health Tips:

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association provides resources specifically designed around coping with disasters or traumatic events. These resources include:

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