Back Fires
In 1946, a crew of California convicts fights wildfires in exchange for their freedom. Thirty years later, while researching the history of American prison labor, a British journalist uncovers evidence suggesting a wide-ranging cover-up of inmate deaths on duty.
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In 1946, a crew of convicts fights wildfires in exchange for their freedom - battling deadly infernos, angry locals and chaos within their own ranks. Decades later, a journalist researching the camp’s origins uncovers a sprawling web of corruption.
SERIES CREDITS:
Written, produced, and directed by Alex Vincent Blumberg
Sound design and sound mix by Gary O'Keefe
Artwork by Emily Smith
Music licensed via M...
In 1946, a crew of convicts moves to an isolated mountain camp to fight wildfires in exchange for their freedom. New recruits join the camp after casualties on the fire lines. Reformist warden Hampton Morris assures skeptical county sheriff L.J. Leach that the camp poses no danger to the residents of the nearby town. Thirty years later, journalist June Rose investigates the camp’s origins - and makes a shocking discovery.
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The locals are furious when they learn their new neighbors are prisoners. Sheriff Leach tangles with a strong-willed adversary - and makes a bold move to shut down the camp. June interviews former mayor Helen Gantry, whose alliance with Dr. Morris opened the door for his experimental 'honor camp.'
SERIES CREDITS:
Written, produced, and directed by Alex Vincent Blumberg
Sound design and sound mix by Gary O'Keefe
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Sheriff Leach strikes the first blow against Dr. Morris and the honor camp. Dom de Luca confronts the ghosts of his past. Ara Park gives her brother Sam some tough love. June’s interview with Ara raises new questions about the camp authorities and their motives.
SERIES CREDITS:
Written, produced, and directed by Alex Vincent Blumberg
Sound design and sound mix by Gary O'Keefe
Artwork by Emily Smith
Music ...
As the ranch fire burns out of control, the men of Alpha platoon risk their lives to save young Suzy Dollarhide. Sam Park and Dom de Luca enter an uneasy partnership on the fire lines. June’s interview with Swede Nelson takes an unexpected turn, as she pushes the elderly forest ranger to his breaking point.
SERIES CREDITS:
Written, produced, and directed by Alex Vincent Blumberg
Sound design and sound mix by Gary O...
Sam’s anger boils over after Dom’s betrayal on the fire lines. Sheriff Leach launches an unexpected new front in his war against the honor camp. June interviews Otis - and uncovers a shocking new secret about the camp’s origins.
SERIES CREDITS:
Written, produced, and directed by Alex Vincent Blumberg
Sound design and sound mix by Gary O'Keefe
Artwork by Emily Smith
Music licensed via Marmoset and Premium ...
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