FILM PRECIS: Unseen and unheard, a large percentage of the incarcerated population internationally, quietly grapples with undiagnosed traumatic brain injuries. This powerful and unique documentary resonates with current global trends in brain injury and criminal justice and explores the intricate interplay between them. In the film you will meet three extraordinary individuals who have navigated the criminal justice system, facing the impacts of 2 traumatic brain injuries—first during their developmental years and later in adulthood. Remarkably, despite these daunting trials, they have emerged victorious, surmounting numerous obstacles to seamlessly reintegrate into society and generously extend support to their peers.

Moreover, the documentary explores Bill C-277, a National strategy on brain injury, featuring insights from MP ALISTAIR MacGREGOR, the dedicated Member of Parliament for the Cowichan Valley and NDP Deputy Critic for Justice. It also integrates first hand observations derived from the unrevealed collaborative pilot project between B.C. Corrections and BRAIN INJURY CANADA, that is foreshadowing significant adjustments in the criminal justice system worldwide. This film is indispensable for academics involved in disciplines such as addictions studies, brain injury studies/research, correctional studies/research, criminal justice studies, homelessness, public policy, indigenous studies, prison studies, law, and social service programs,.

Equally essential interviews showcase BEN GESELBRACHT, Nanaimo City Councillor and former Group Counsellor at the Nanaimo Regional Correctional Centre who has also worked within the brain injury community, GEOFF SING, the Manager overseeing survivors of brain injury at The Cridge Centre for Family, JANELLE BREESE BIAGIONI, the visionary CEO and Founder of CGB Traumatic Life Losses, and PAM PREWETT, Executive Director of the Victoria Brain Injury Society.