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201530 minNC-17documentary

6.8/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Public Health Emergencies

911

201530 minNC-17documentary

6.8/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Real-life calls for help reveal the intense pressure firefighters and paramedics face in distinguishing between genuine emergencies and false alarms.

Public Health Emergencies

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J. Michael Long,

Synopsis

Real-life calls for help reveal the intense pressure firefighters and paramedics face in distinguishing between genuine emergencies and false alarms.

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J. Michael Longdirector

Hervé Bodilis

Hervé Bodilisdirector

J. Michael Longcast

Angelina Crow

Angelina Crowcast

Janet Peroncast

Synopsis

Firefighters and paramedics respond to emergencies across the United States, facing life-and-death situations daily. "911" captures their routines as they tackle fires, serious accidents, and medical crises. The film includes real-life emergency calls, revealing the challenges of identifying genuine emergencies amid false alarms. Personal stories and raw footage depict the emotional toll and physical demands of the profession, illustrating the vital role these first responders play in ensuring community safety. Directed by Hervé Bodilis, the documentary runs for 104 minutes.

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