Woodstock Vermont Film Series

Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops & Filmmaker Interview

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In confrontations between law enforcement and the mentally ill, the consequences are often traumatic, if not deadly. Recognizing that police officers are frequently the first responders to incidents involving people with mental illness, the San Antonio Police Department has developed an innovative mental health unit to divert the mentally ill away from jail and into proper treatment. Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops follows two officers in the unit, allowing audiences to witness firsthand how they de-escalate situations to help people in crisis.

 

“Moving in its humanity and forceful in its pragmatism, the documentary feels like essential viewing, especially for decision makers with the power to enact similar initiatives.” – Los Angeles Times 

  • Year
    2020
  • Runtime
    96 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Rating
    Rated TV-MA
  • Director
    Jenifer McShane