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Mayday: What Happens When the Heroes Need Saving?

This short documentary, based in Bridgeport, CT, gives us a look into an up and coming mental health program within the realm of firefighting: shining a light on the side of firefighting most people don't see. This film delves into personal accounts of some of the common hardships faced by first responders, defining the current mental health system afforded to firefighters, and the emergence and importance of peer support programs as a form of alternative trauma and crisis aid

  • Nicole Perelli
    Director
  • Nicole Perelli
    Producer
  • Luigi Perelli
    Key Cast
    "Interviewee 1"
  • Patrick Burlison
    Key Cast
    "Interviewee 2"
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Student
  • Runtime:
    16 minutes 5 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 13, 2022
  • 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:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Rhode Island
Director Biography - Nicole Perelli

University of Rhode Island 2024 graduate and Connecticut resident. I have always had a love of film and photography but college really helped me explore different channels of expression. During my time at URI I spent my time working more closely with graphic design, photography, and film; where I ultimately found my love for candid, documentary filmmaking.

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