Broken Trust

Broken Trust

Produced by Jill Yesko
Athlete Abuse Exposed

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Overview

Genre
Docu-Drama, Sports, Social Issues, Contemporary Issues, and Society
Synopsis

Broken Trust gives voice to the courageous women and men who have dared to speak up against abuse on all levels. Told through interviews with Olympic and national-class athletes, coaches and experts, Broken Trust looks at how and why abuse takes place and what needs to be done to stop it.

Beyond the attention-grabbing headlines, this documentary gives viewers a candid look at the secret world of sexual and emotional abuse experienced by athletes.

With unflinching honesty, Broken Trust shows how athletes are isolated and ostracized for speaking out, how parents are pressured to keep silent when confronted by predators in the guise of well-meaning coaches, and how athletes who dare to challenge the status quo are denied much-needed financial assistance.

With the foundation of awareness about sexual abuse brought about by the #metoo movement, Broken Trust is a film whose time is now.

Stage
finished
Running time
20 minutes

Credits

  • Jill Yesko ... Producer/Director/Writer
  • Carrie Sheinberg ... Associate Producer

Production Details

Prod. Co.
Baxter World Media
Country
United States
Years of Production
3
Locations
USA

Distribution Details

Release year
2020
Festivals
Loudon Arts Film Festival, Hot Springs International Film Festival, Women's International Film Festival
Awards
Best documentary - Loudon Arts Film Festival
Language
English

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