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Death at the Faucet: The Untold Story

In the heart of the American South, a city steeped in history finds itself at the epicenter of a modern crisis. Jackson, Mississippi – a community where echoes of the civil rights movement still resonate – faces a struggle not just for justice, but for the most basic necessity of life: water.

  • Dee Brown
    Director
  • Omarosa Manigault Newman
    Director
  • Dee Brown
    Writer
  • Dee Brown
    Producer
  • Dee Brown
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 14 minutes 37 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 12, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Dee Brown, Omarosa Manigault Newman

Dee Brown is a multifaceted entrepreneur, award-winning producer, director, writer, author, talk show host, and philanthropist. He is the Founder and CEO of The P3 Group, Inc., the nation’s largest African American-owned, public-private partnership real estate development firm. He also serves as the Founder & Chairman Emeritus of the nonprofit Brown Foundation Community Development Corporation.

Dee holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Memphis, an MBA from Bethel University, and numerous professional certifications. He is a life member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., the NAACP, Producers Guild of America, National Academy of Television, Arts & Sciences, the International Documentary Association and Entrepreneur Leadership Network. He also serves on the board of directors for the U.S. Minority Contractor’s Association Arkansas & Tennessee region. Dee also serves on the Documentary and Nonfictional Committee for the Producers Guild of America.

As a contributing writer for Forbes.com, Entrepreneur.com, Metro Magazine, and Peoria Magazine, Dee shares his insights and experiences. He has a 30-year record of real estate sales, development, and management, overseeing all phases of multi-million dollar construction, infrastructure, water/sewer, and environmental projects for government and private-sector clients.

In the realm of media, Dee is the President and CEO of the film production company, Self Made Entertainment, Inc. and Dee Brown, Inc., which operates the streaming channel Self Made TV. Additionally, he hosts the internationally ranked podcast The Sky’s the Limit: Beyond the Deal, launched in collaboration with Forbes Books and now produced by Self Made TV. Dee also is the executive producer and host of the WTVP/PBS television talk shows Self Made with Dee Brown CEO and #HBCYou with Dee Brown CEO.

Dee has extended his brand into the fashion and lifestyle sectors as the founder of Self Made Dee Brown CEO luxury custom clothing and Self Made Dee Brown CEO Sipping Tequila, which debuted in the spring of 2023. He is also the CEO of P3 Group Charters, Inc., a yacht charter company located in Fort Lauderdale, FL that owns and operates his 100 ft. luxury yacht, Self Made.

Over the years, Dee has received numerous honors. In 1999, he was named the Entrepreneur of the Year for the state of Tennessee by the U.S. Small Business Administration. His construction firm, Concrete Constructors, Inc., was named the 7th fastest-growing inner-city company in the country by ICIC and Fortune Magazine in 2015. In 2019, The P3 Group Inc. was recognized as a Mississippi business success story by the Mississippi Development Authority. Dee was also selected as a member of the Forbes Real Estate Council (2020) and Forbes Business Council (2021-2023). In 2021, he received the Congressional Black Caucus Presidential Corporate Philanthropy Award from the National Bar Association and was appointed the National Advisor on Public-Private Partnerships and Urban Redevelopment for the President of the National Bar Association (2021-2022). Most recently, he received the Joseph Biden’s President Lifetime Achievement Award (2023).

Dee has been a featured guest on international podcasts and has spoken as an expert on the subject of P3s for a variety of organizations. He holds the honor of being the first minority Department of Defense contractor to hold a federal contract with the US Navy Nuclear Power Command at Goose Creek, SC (2013). Under his leadership, The P3 Group has grown into the largest minority real estate development company that focuses exclusively on public-private partnerships.

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Director Statement

In Death at the Faucet: The Untold Story, we shine a spotlight on the dire water crisis plaguing Jackson, Mississippi – a city deeply rooted in history, with a troubled past and a resilient spirit. The film dives deep into the heart of this modern-day struggle for justice, as residents battle not only for their civil rights but also for their most basic necessity of life: water.

On that fateful day, August 29th, 2022, Jackson's residents woke up to an unthinkable reality – a city-wide failure that left taps dry. And to add insult to injury, the water that did manage to trickle through the pipes was tainted, undrinkable, and harmful. It became painfully clear that this wasn't an isolated incident; it was a recurring nightmare that the community had long endured.

As we embarked on this documentary journey, our goal was not only to unveil the layers of this crisis but also to shed light on the systemic issues that have perpetuated the city's water woes. We wanted to give a voice to the stories that often go unheard – the stories of everyday people living with the consequences of a failing water system.

Beyond the crumbling underground infrastructure, we discovered a complex tapestry of economic disparities, political gridlock, and environmental challenges that have interwoven themselves into the fabric of Jackson's troubles. Our film explores the harsh realities faced by communities who have been disproportionately affected by this crisis, calling attention to the injustices and inequities that amplify their suffering.

Through intimate interviews with residents and community leaders we peel back the layers, exposing the root causes and examining the disturbing truths that led to this state of emergency. It is a journey that reveals the relentless resilience of a community that refuses to be silenced, fighting for their right to clean, safe, and accessible water.

As a filmmaker, my aim is to not only inform and educate but also to spark conversations and ultimately inspire positive change. Death at the Faucet: The Untold Story serves as a wake-up call, reminding us of the urgent need for long-lasting solutions to water crises that persist in communities across the nation.

Through this documentary, we hope to ignite a passion for justice, empowering viewers to question the systems that have allowed this crisis to fester and to advocate for equitable access to clean water for all. By amplifying the voices of those affected and exposing the injustices they endure, we stand together in the fight for a better future.

Join us on this journey as we uncover the untold story behind the water crisis in Jackson, Mississippi, and together, let's bring about tangible change for our fellow citizens.