Second Responders

Overview

Second Responders is a short documentary exploring the emotional aftermath of the 2023 Lewiston mass shooting through the perspective of public school teachers. Often overlooked in conversations surrounding tragedy and recovery, educators were forced to become emotional anchors for grieving students while navigating their own fear, trauma, and uncertainty. Through intimate interviews and observational storytelling, the film examines the invisible burden teachers carry in the wake of violence and the quiet resilience required to return to the classroom after a community is forever changed.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

May 14, 2026

Original language

English

Cast

Jayme Wardwell,Tim Smith,Jake Langlais,Lizzie Arlint

Director

Jon Cavallero

Writer

Kyle Woodworth,Jon Cavallero

Producer

Kyle Woodworth,Hiroya Miura,Jon Cavallero,Cian Magner

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt42221730