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The First Wave

The First Wave

2021, Movie, 1h 34min
When Covid-19 hit New York City in 2020, filmmaker Matthew Heineman gained unique access to one of New York’s hardest-hit hospital systems. The resulting film focuses on the doctors, nurses, and patients on the frontlines during the “first wave” from March to June 2020. Their distinct storylines each serve as a microcosm to understand how the city persevered through the worst pandemic in a century
Country: United States
Cast:
Al Sharpton,
Andrew Cuomo,
Alexis Ellis,
Michael Dowling
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Matthew Heineman
Director
Al Sharpton
As Self (archive footage)
Andrew Cuomo
As Self (archive footage)
Alexis Ellis
As Self - Ahmed's Wife
Michael Dowling
As Self
Nathalie Dougé
As Self
Karl Arabian
As Self
Athens Garrote
As Self - Brussels' Sister

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"The First Wave" is a powerful and unflinching look at the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. With exclusive access to one of New York City's hardest-hit hospitals during the terrifying first four months of the pandemic, this documentary spotlights the everyday heroes who came together to fight one of the greatest threats the world has ever faced. Through personal and intimate storytelling, "The First Wave" reveals how structural factors influenced the initial COVID outbreak and how they continue to impact American society today. Nominated for an Academy Award® and directed by Emmy®-winning filmmaker Matthew Heineman, this film is a gripping and emotional journey into the heart of a crisis that changed the world forever.

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You can stream The First Wave on: Disney+

 

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