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Award Winning Documentary “Stevie” Screened at Lake Theater Winner of numerous film festivals, including the Cinematography Award at the 2003 Sundance Film Festival, “Stevie”, was the focus of a free public screening at Oak Park’s Lake Theater on Saturday, March 15. The film was one of the most acclaimed documentaries of 2003, nominated for an Independent Spirit Award and short-listed for the Academy Award. “This is the best film ever!” exclaimed one of the many attendees who spent their Saturday morning viewing the much acclaimed documentary. “I think it was a profoundly moving and heartwarming experience,” remarked another guest. Following the film, the audience had the opportunity to ask director Steve James and his wife Judy Roth, a social worker who also appeared in the film, questions pertaining to the filmmaking process and mental health related issues. The film “Stevie” is an example of superb filmmaking and helps to raise awareness in the community of mental health related issues and the local organizations that are available to assist those in need. Materials from local social service organizations were distributed to guests as they exited the theater. This screening was brought to the community by Family Service & Mental Health Center of Oak Park & River Forest, NAMI Metro Suburban (National Alliance on Mental Illness) , and Pillars. You can look forward to other programs as part of a two year Campaign for Mental Health Recovery. Sponsorship of this program was provided by the Community Mental Health Board, Town of Oak Park, and the River Forest Mental Health Committee. ABOUT FAMILY SERVICE: Family Service and Mental Health Center of Oak Park & River Forest is at the forefront of behavioral healthcare in the Chicago metropolitan area and provides a comprehensive array of mental health and wellness programs to address a variety of needs. Family Service is located in the Ray A. Kroc Center for Family Services, 120 S. Marion Street, Oak Park, IL 60302. Additional information about the programs and services of Family Service is available by calling (708) 383-7500, and at www.familyserviceoprf.org.
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