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documentary-film1 year ago

Unraveling the Mystery of the 'Mostly Harmless' Hiker

A new documentary on Max explores the mystery of an unidentified hiker found dead in the Florida Everglades, shedding light on the online sleuths who worked to identify him. The film, "They Called Him Mostly Harmless," delves into the man's past and the efforts of those dedicated to giving him a name. Through interviews and online forums, the documentary highlights the complexity of individuals and the importance of visibility in solving cases of missing and unidentified people. The film debuts on Max on Feb. 8.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#documentary-film#florida-everglades#max
documentary-film1 year ago

Unraveling the Mystery of the 'Mostly Harmless' Hiker

HBO's documentary "They Called Him Mostly Harmless" explores the online detective work to identify a deceased male hiker found in Florida, known as "Mostly Harmless." The film delves into the toxic behavior of internet sleuths, the mystery surrounding the hiker's death, and the eventual revelation of his true identity as Vance Rodriguez, shedding light on the stark disparity between the romanticized perception of the hiker and the harsh realities of his life.

via The Daily Beast|
#appalachian-trail#documentary-film#hbo
healthcare2 years ago

"Managing the Aftermath: Navigating the Philips Breathing Machine Recall"

Philips Respironics' recall of its DreamStation breathing machines and other sleep apnea devices has left millions of patients waiting for replacements due to foam inside the machines potentially releasing carcinogenic materials. A documentary film captures the experiences of patients and doctors navigating the fallout of the recall, highlighting the difficult choices faced by patients and the impact on their lives. The film aims to humanize the individuals affected and raise awareness about the implications of the recall.

via ProPublica|
#documentary-film#healthcare#medical-device-recall
conflictwar2 years ago

'New York Left Staggered by '20 Days in Mariupol'

The documentary film "20 Days in Mariupol" chronicles the first three weeks of the Russian siege on the Ukrainian city, capturing the atrocities and suffering of the residents. The film's director, Mstyslav Chernov, emphasizes the importance of impartial journalism and the duty to give attention to innocent victims. He warns against the polarization of media coverage and the danger of indifference towards human tragedy. Chernov believes it is crucial to engage more people and preserve the memory of these events for future generations.

via Kyiv Post|
#conflictwar#documentary-film#humanitarian-crisis