Benjamin Flaherty’s documentary 'Shuffle', a SXSW Grand Jury Award winner, has unveiled a theatrical trailer, shedding light on the dark underbelly of the insurance industry's role in addiction treatment. The film, which took over three years to produce, explores the complex relationship between insurance companies, addiction, and recovery, offering a unique perspective through Flaherty's personal journey of recovery. The trailer's release coincides with a series of special screenings for Academy voters in Los Angeles, New York, and London, as well as public screenings at various venues, including Laemmle Monica Film Center and Curzon Bloomsbury. The film's impact is further emphasized by its recognition at various film festivals, including Lighthouse International Film Festival, Flyover Film Festival, El Paso Film Festival, and Chagrin Falls Documentary Festival, where it won awards for best documentary and audience engagement. 'Shuffle' also received an impact campaign grant from Evoke Media to support outreach and audience engagement initiatives. The documentary, produced by Avocado Pictures, Bleach Films, Low Hanging Fruit Studios, and Object & Animal, is a powerful exploration of a predatory system that monetizes the struggles of 40 million Americans grappling with addiction and mental health issues.
