Synopsis: A compelling documentary revealing the resilience of Christine Ortoll as she confronts mental illness, addiction, and the transformative power of support. Through her personal journals and the unwavering dedication of her loved ones, witness a journey of hope and the creation of a meaningful legacy by her father. Embark on a transformative journey with "One Second at a Time." This extraordinary documentary follows Christine Ortoll's battle against mental illness, addiction, and the deadly presence of fentanyl. This gripping film captivates and ignites vital conversations, and inspires positive change. Shedding light on urgent societal issues, it goes beyond personal struggles to uncover the broader challenges surrounding mental health and addiction. Join the movement towards a more compassionate and supportive world with One Second at a Time..

Tim Searfoss

Bio:

Tim Searfoss was born in Caracas,Venezuela. His previous film BREAK EVERY CHAIN won over 20 awards internationally. ONE SECOND AT A TIME: BATTLING THE MONSTER OF ADDICTION is already gaining international attention for its bold point of view and cinematic visuals in this powerful portrayal of a father and daughters battle with addiction.

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ONE SECOND AT A TIME: BATTLING THE MONSTER OF ADDICTION is already gaining international attention for its bold point of view and cinematic visuals. This is a film that must be shared, overdose deaths are the leading cause of death for 18-45 year olds, and everyone knows someone who is affected. This powerful film helps us understand why we fall for addiction, and hopes to humanize and de-stigmatize this powerful disease. This is a heart breaking story of a father who lost his daughter to Fentanyl, but it offers important lessons and hope that will help change the way we tackle this monster of addiction. Overdose is the leading cause of death in the US. for 18-45 year olds, over a hundred thousand people died last year from the disease of addiction. This film tackles our misconceptions about addiction and offers important lessons and understanding into the root causes of why so many self medicate.