About the film 

Filmmaker Ron Howard profiles the first responders and the families affected by the wildfires that swept through Paradise, California in 2018. Open, honest, and emotional interviews unite with news footage to explore the human side of natural disaster and its after effects. 

About the series 

Athena Cinema, University Libraries, and Environmental Studies Program present the 8th annual Sustainability Film Series. In keeping with all previous series, each film will be followed by a panel discussion featuring faculty members, students, and community members. The events will be virtual. Following each film, we invite audience members to join us for a virtual panel discussion hosted by faculty members, students, and community members. Please join us for a conversation following these beautiful, thought-provoking, and timely films.