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Back Fires

By: Alex Vincent Blumberg
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  • In 1946, a crew of California convicts fights wildfires in exchange for their freedom. Thirty years later, while researching the history of American prison labor, a British journalist uncovers evidence suggesting a wide-ranging cover-up of inmate deaths.
    2024
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  • Season Trailer

    Season Trailer
    Jun 1 2024
    In 1946, a crew of convicts fights wildfires in exchange for their freedom - battling deadly infernos, angry locals and chaos within their own ranks. Decades later, a journalist researching the camp’s origins uncovers a sprawling web of corruption. SERIES CREDITS: Written, produced, and directed by Alex Vincent Blumberg Sound design and sound mix by Gary O'Keefe Artwork by Emily Smith Music licensed through Marmoset and Premium Beat
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    1 min
  • SEASON 1, EPISODE 1: "Baptized"

    SEASON 1, EPISODE 1: "Baptized"
    Jun 5 2024
    In 1946, a crew of convicts moves to an isolated mountain camp to fight wildfires in exchange for their freedom. New recruits join the camp after casualties on the fire lines. Reformist warden Hampton Morris assures skeptical county sheriff L.J. Leach that the camp poses no danger to the residents of the nearby town. Thirty years later, journalist June Rose investigates the camp’s origins - and makes a shocking discovery. SERIES CREDITS: Written, produced, and directed by Alex Vincent Blumberg Sound design and sound mix by Gary O'Keefe Artwork by Emily Smith Music licensed through Marmoset and Premium Beat
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    25 mins
  • S1 Ep2: "Condemned To Be Free"

    S1 Ep2: "Condemned To Be Free"
    Jun 5 2024
    The locals are furious when they learn their new neighbors are prisoners. Sheriff Leach tangles with a strong-willed adversary - and makes a bold move to shut down the camp. June interviews former mayor Helen Gantry, whose alliance with Dr. Morris opened the door for his experimental 'honor camp.' SERIES CREDITS: Written, produced, and directed by Alex Vincent Blumberg Sound design and sound mix by Gary O'Keefe Artwork by Emily Smith Music licensed through Marmoset and Premium Beat
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    30 mins
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