The Vergennes Opera House will be hosting two documentary film screenings as part of the Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival 2020 Tour on Sunday, February 9 at 1pm and 3:30pm. Tickets can be purchased for one film for $12 each or both films for $20 at https://www.vergennesopeprahouse.org

1pm film: Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops, (95 mins) will be preceded by a 12noon reception with the film's director, Jenifer McShane who will also introduce the film. Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops is an intimate portrait of two San Antonio, Texas police officers who are helping change the way police respond to mental health calls involving vulnerable individuals. The documentary takes audiences on both a professional and personal journey, weaving together the officers' challenging experiences during their daily encounters with people in crisis. In taking this different path to policing, Ernie and Joe's success is stimulating change in police departments around the country. Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops was the Closing Night film at MNFF5.

3:30pm film: The Dog Doc, (101 min.) directed by Cindy Meehl, profiles a maverick veterinarian and his dedicated team of doctors who create a mecca for pets and their owners looking for hope and a last chance for animal healing. he Dog Doc poses deep questions about effective treatment, pushing humans to consider the difference between medication and integrative, holistic care. This sharply observed documentary offers an immersive view into a seldom seen world, painting a picture of pure dedication, empathy and joy. The Dog Doc was the Opening Night film at MNFF this past August. An audience discussion will follow the film, with Dr. Mark Basol from the Vergennes Animal Hospital. The Vergennes Animal Hospital is also sponsoring this screening.

Tickets may be purchased online at https://www.VergennesOperaHouse.org or at the door.

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