Originally produced by Documentary Educational Resources in 2018.
SURVIVORS chronicles the remarkable stories of three Sierra Leoneans during what is now widely regarded as the most acute public health crisis of the modern era – the Ebola epidemic. Through a unique community filmmaking initiative, the film shares the bravery and humanity of the individuals fighting to support those most severely affected by the crisis. SURVIVORS explores how the epidemic ravaged families and communities, reveals the misunderstandings between international NGOs and Sierra Leoneans, and unearths political tensions that still linger from a decade-long Civil War. In this, the film wrestles with ideas of national identity and international aid while still foregrounding the incredible work and compassion of Sierra-Leoneans throughout the darkest days of the outbreak.