Fireboys

Fireboys

By Drew Dickler & Jake Hochendoner

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2021-08-03
  • Advisory Rating: Unrated
  • Runtime: 1h 22min
  • Director: Drew Dickler & Jake Hochendoner
  • Production Country: United States of America
  • iTunes Price: USD 7.99

Description

Fireboys is the untold story of young men incarcerated in California who are offered a way out: by fighting wildfires. Immersive and personal, this coming-of-age story is told from the perspectives of young men as they summon the courage to fight fires and confront their pasts. Alex Bailon, 18, whom we meet in prison, and Chuy Hernandez, 20, who is about to be released after serving his sentence, have both enrolled as volunteer firefighters for the California Department of Corrections and Cal Fire’s conservation “fire” camp program. Among the 43 camps across the state, Pine Grove Youth Conservation Camp alone is staffed exclusively by juveniles -- young people under the age of 21. Following these young men from prison, fighting wildfires in the forests of California, and finally, back to their homes on the outside, Fireboys examines a correctional path that is both hopeful and destructive; California’s fire camps promote Alex and Chuy’s rehabilitation but also exploit their labor to address one of the state’s most urgent environmental problems.

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  • Fireboys

    5
    By Bigwhitehawk
    This film is a must see! Content is so relevant and the story telling is impeccable. Cinematography is superb! Thanks to the filmmakers for bringing this to the public in such a thoughtful way.
  • Amazing film, highly recommend

    5
    By NGM
    I highly recommend this documentary, it was well made, powerful story, beautiful score.
  • Gripping

    5
    By My news source
    This relevant and great looking film tells the story of our incarcerated young firefighters n CA. These folks are essential in the ever worsening war we are having with wildfires. But it’s their humanity that shines through. Bravo to the filmmakers who show the grit, pain, danger frustrations and accomplishment. It’s a must see.
  • incredible and riveting documentary

    5
    By ra5453
    fantastic insight into such important issues — the intersection of global warming and youth incarceration. highly recommend!!
  • Beautifully shot film about a complex topic

    5
    By LucyFreedman455
    This film was very interesting. It gives you a lot to think about and makes you question your assumptions on the topic of inmate firefighters, no matter how you thought about it going in. It is very beautifully shot and emotionally resonant.

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