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We produce media which inspires and provides hope -- from a feature length documentary to inspirational stories, to media that helps those who are struggling -- we want to help families and anyone who is battling the disease of mental health and substance use disorder.

Our Media

 

One Second at a Time documentary poster showing a young woman underwater, slowly sinking.

One

Second

At A Time

 

A compelling & award-winning documentary about a father and the resilience of his daughter Christine Ortoll as she confronts mental illness, and substance use disorder.  Christine's story is told via her journals, experts, and loved ones.

A still from One Second at a Time showing Christine Ortoll's photo on a floating lantern as it drifts down a stream.

Watch The First Teaser

 
 
A still from One Second at a Time of a young woman smiling and gazing hopefully at the sky on a beautiful day.

ONE OF THE MOST POWERFUL FILMS ON THE DISEASE OF MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS.

 
 

See What Audiences Are Saying

 
 
A still from One Second at a Time of a young woman floating underwater reaching toward the light of hope.

Watch The Second Teaser

 
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Watch The Official Trailer

 
 
 
 
Poster for Safety Net, a short film about Collegiate Recovery Programs and LIFT at Florida State University.

SAFETY NET

 

A Showcase of the Recovery Community built at Florida State University.

Watch the mini-doc now.

INSPIRATIONAL STORIES

INSPIRATIONAL STORIES

Jane Dwyer Lee's
SECOND CHANCE

 
 

An incredible story that inspires and provides hope.

Jane Dwyer Lee, one of Christine Ortoll Charity's Inspirational Stories.

Jane Dwyer Lee

Teaching Professor at FSU- College of Social Work, and in  recovery. Jane's background in clinical social work and teaching includes behavioral health, substance use, gender & women's studies. She has received numerous awards for her teaching and service.

Michael Ortoll

You Are Not Alone

Michael Ortoll offers hope and encouragement
for those who have lost a loved one to substance abuse.

A still from One Second at a Time showing Christine Ortoll's photo on a floating lantern being placed into a stream.

Donate Now

In Christine's own words:

 

"I do not want to be defined by my disease but

remembered for helping others with it."

 

With your contribution, we can help others battling the monster of mental health and substance use disorder. Your support is greatly appreciated and will make a difference by saving lives!

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