ANDREW KIRSCHENBAUM

THE UNKNOWN CATASTROPHE

The train derailment in the small, tight-knit community of East Palestine, Ohio, was just the beginning. Chemicals leaked into soil and creeks, a “controlled burn” spewed toxic chemicals across the landscape and residents were left looking for answers. Months later, questions still remain. We spoke to residents, experts, government officials and the train company to find out exactly what happened and how this small town can recover.

INFO

Documentary short / 24 mins / 2023

Executive Producers: Neville Gillett, Jordan Oplinger, Kyle Kramer & Tre Shallowhorn

Producer: Michael Byhoff

Series Producer: Leila Hussain

Reporter: Zahra Hirji

DP: Andrew Maso & Andrew Kirschenbaum

Camera Operators: Jack Kelly & Spencer Bruttig

1st AC: Alex Frischman

Editor: Christian Mclleveen

Sound: Caleb Faizi

Motion Graphics: David Byrne

Creative Director: Rubab Shakir

Colorist: Mike Keelin

Dubbing Mixer: Edwin Matthews

Managing Editor: David E. Rovella