‘Big Rock Burning’ Documentary, About Aftermath of Palisades Fire, Reveals Trailer and Streaming Date
Key Takeaways
- The documentary "Big Rock Burning," about the L.A. wildfires' aftermath, was released directly on Vimeo.
- The film is executive produced by Mark Hamill and Ricki Lake and directed by David Goldblum, a local resident who lost his home.
- The filmmakers bypassed traditional distribution to release the film quickly to help affected communities begin healing.
- The film is being used as a call to action, with a special session scheduled at the United Nations Headquarters on October 22nd.
- Ten percent of all proceeds from the film release will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu’s Disaster Recovery Services.
A new documentary, "Big Rock Burning," detailing the impact of the recent L.A. wildfires on Pacific Palisades residents, has launched directly on Vimeo, bypassing traditional distribution channels for immediate access. Executive produced by Mark Hamill and Ricki Lake, the 30-minute film was directed by David Goldblum, who personally lost his home in the blazes. The filmmakers emphasized the need for the film to be available quickly so communities could begin the healing process, especially following the arrest of the suspected arsonist. Beyond distribution, the film is driving an impact campaign that includes a presentation at the United Nations Headquarters on October 22nd, where Goldblum will advocate for legislative reform in land management. Furthermore, ten percent of all proceeds from the film's release will be donated to the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu’s Disaster Recovery Services to support survivors.
