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Heart of Recovery

“Heart Of Recovery” takes viewers on a compelling journey into the heart of The Beacon House Association of San Pedro, a state-licensed-and-certified substance abuse recovery program that has been a transformative force in the lives of countless men for over five decades. Nestled on a city block in San Pedro, CA, The Beacon House Association operates five residential facilities, two outpatient clinics, a dining hall, two retail locations known as Beacon House Thrift Shops, and a meeting hall, all dedicated to providing a comprehensive and immersive recovery experience. Their proven success model for personal transformation is rooted in the 12-step program and emphasizes the need for a community grounded in character building and spiritual values for men to realize their full potential and live productive, purpose-driven lives. At the core of the Beacon House Association is its flagship "Social Model" program, offering a full "continuum of care" that adapts to the evolving needs of individuals as they progress through recovery. Through intimate interviews, powerful testimonials, and a behind-the-scenes look at daily life within The Beacon House community, the documentary paints a vivid portrait of hope, resilience, and the triumph of the human spirit over addiction.

  • Kassi Crews
    Director
  • Kassi Crews
    Producer
  • Victoria Villarreal
    Producer
  • Jonathan Higgins
    Producer
  • Zach Martin
    Producer
  • Avalon Silver
    Producer
  • Nathan Swan
    Producer
  • Ivan Rizo Patron
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    19 minutes 4 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    November 10, 2023
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Kassi Crews

Kassi Crews is an entertainment industry veteran and a consummate storyteller. Her early studio career began at Cannon Films, famous for action titles like Jean-Claude Van Damme’s “Bloodsport,” Chuck Norris’ “Delta Force” and Sylvester Stallone’s “Cobra.” Crews became an industry leader in Hollywood post-production as the Vice President of Digital Jungle where she oversaw the day-to-day operations and served as producer on an endless list of film and television projects. Most recently, Crews lead multiple post-production teams at Fox and Walt Disney Television, overseeing the workflows of all television for FX Networks including "The Americans," “Fargo" and “Pose."

Crews has produced a variety of critically acclaimed independent features, “Broken Memories,” “God’s Ears” and “A Better Place” as well as directed live shows for the theater. She is a member of ATAS, NAB, NAPTE, PROMAX, NATPE, and SAG; holds a Master of Arts from CSU Fullerton and a Bachelor of Arts with Honors from UC Santa Cruz.

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Director Statement

Everyone matters! Changing men's lives ripples to all of humanity. Creating coalitions and activating allies to create a loving sustainable life is my mission.