Versions of The Addict’s Wake

The Addict’s Wake tells the story of how addiction impacts one tight-knit community and is available in multiple versions suitable for different ages, lengths, and use cases.

There are three primary versions of the film available

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Feature-length and abridged

The feature-length version of the film is one-hour long. The abridged version is 42 minutes long. Both are designed for general audiences and adults. Some scenes may be difficult for young children. This version follows community members, people in treatment and recovery, and law enforcement.

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Educational version

The educational version of The Addict’s Wake is 30 minutes long and is age-appropriate for adolescents and teens. It focuses on the ramifications of substance abuse. Additional worksheets and resources are included for teachers and educators to facilitate discussions.

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Law enforcement version

The law enforcement version of The Addict’s Wake is 50 minutes long and includes more footage of law enforcement officers and the criminal justice system. The film follows individuals through evidence-based recovery programs and therapies and includes testimony from judicial officers.

About the law enforcement version