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CeaseFire's award-winning documentary "The Interrupters"

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"The Interrupters" is an award-winning documentary highlighting the groundbreaking work of CeaseFire, a UNITY partner. The film tells the stories of three Violence Interrupters who try to protect their Chicago communities from violence. From acclaimed director Steve James and bestselling author Alex Kotlowitz, this film documents a journey into the stubborn persistence of violence in our cities. Visit Frontline's "The Interrupters" page to learn more.