Telling the stories of recovery, relapse, and redemption
ABOUT US
In making this documentary, leading creatives and strategic partners linked arms in the battle against addiction. Seen through the eyes of one small community, The Addict’s Wake forms a microcosm of a critical problem facing America.
LISA HALL
Executive Producer and Producer
With a background in non-profit leadership, long experience working with women in incarceration, and deep personal connections in Brown County, Lisa Hall believes deeply in the message of The Addict’s Wake. She created the concept for the film and opened doors in the community to give voice to the struggle she has witnessed first-hand.
MICHAEL HUSAIN
Director
Emmy Award-winning director Michael Husain brings a depth of documentary experience and passion for independent film to this project. His ability to cut to the heart of complex issues and see the light in each individual gives The Addict’s Wake a raw but hopeful resonance.
DON GLASCOFF
Creative Consultant
Academy Award-winning producer Don Glascoff added creative insight and production assistance for The Addict’s Wake as part of his commitment to documentaries that cover human rights, civil liberties, and freedom of expression.
BRYAN BOYD
Director of Photography
Emmy Award-winning cinematographer Bryan Boyd works exclusively in documentary, narrative, and commercial filmmaking, with a keen eye for production value and storytelling.
ARIC HARTVIG
Editor
Aric Hartvig is a NATAS Emmy©️️ awarded Producer, Editor and Cinematographer for PBS. Aric got his start at WFYI in Indianapolis, after graduating from Taylor University. He has since produced and edited 8 national documentaries for National Public Television. His most recent editing project The Addict’s Wake represents his greatest efforts in film work. His passion for addiction recovery started in 2018 with PBS Newshour and continues to this day with The Addict’s Wake team and Brianna’s Hope.
AMY PAUSZEK
Producer
Award-winning producer and publicist Amy Pauszek served as a process initiator for the documentary, and helped to assemble the initial team that made this project possible.