A vital look at the 9/11 health crisis goes beyond the headlines exploring one NYPD detective’s personal struggle. In the aftermath of his rescue and recovery work, Vito Friscia refocuses his life with the support of family and colleagues.
Vito After takes a vital look at the 9/11 health crisis by going beyond the headlines and focusing on one NYPD detective's personal struggle. Vito Friscia is a dedicated homicide detective and devoted family man who selflessly helped others on September 11th, then spent months sifting through toxic rubble hoping to bring closure to victims’ families. The film follows Friscia as he copes in the aftermath with the support of loved ones and colleagues. Through this intimate portrait of an everyday hero, we find a powerful renewal of the human spirit, and insight into the lives of thousands of responders who are paying an emotional and physical price for their bravery.
CAST & CREW
Producer(s): Maria Pusateri
Writer(s): Maria Pusateri
ADDITIONAL CREDITS
Editor: Daniel Baer; Directors of Photography: Srael Boruchin, Sean McGinn; Original Score: Scott Healy, Mike Worth; Featuring Songs by Mark Geary and Guy Klucevsek
AWARDS
Winner: Best Documentary, Long Island International Film Expo; Official Selection, Global Peace Film Festival; Official Selection, Vermont International Film Festival; Official Selection: Rochester High Falls International Film Festival (2008); Official S