Eric Christiansen is a celebrated documentary filmmaker who has committed his professional life to crafting socially conscious films that enlighten, motivate, and mend. As a remarkable seven-time recipient of the prestigious Southwestern Region Emmy Award, Christiansen's remarkable body of work explores the profound and lasting effects of trauma, the extraordinary capacity of the human spirit to persevere in the face of adversity, and the redemptive power of hope in the healing process.
Twenty-five years ago, Christiansen's life was forever changed when his home and possessions were ravaged by the devastating Painted Cave Fire. This traumatic event had a profound and lasting impact on his life, and it was this personal experience that ultimately inspired his first film, Faces in the Fire.
As a trauma survivor himself, Christiansen was uniquely positioned to understand the profound and far-reaching effects that trauma can have on an individual's life. And it was this understanding that drove him to create a documentary that would help others who had undergone similar experiences.
Faces in the Fire is a groundbreaking film that has had a profound impact on the recovery process for thousands of individuals whose lives have been irreparably altered by trauma. The film's powerful and emotional portrayal of the trauma survivor's journey has helped to raise awareness about the importance of trauma recovery and has provided a sense of hope and healing to those who have watched it.
Christiansen's personal experience and his work on Faces in the Fire have made him a leading advocate for trauma recovery, and his tireless efforts have helped to bring attention to the importance of providing support and resources to those who have been affected by trauma.
Christiansen's subsequent cinematic endeavors, a diverse array of films that include Homecoming: A Vietnam Vets Journey and Searching for Home: Coming Back from War, have been successfully repurposed as valuable educational resources by prestigious mental health organizations, thereby transcending the entertainment sphere and entering environments specifically designed to foster healing, recovery, and personal growth for individuals, families, and communities that have been profoundly impacted by the devastating effects of trauma.
Christiansen's forthcoming feature documentary, "unMASKing HOPE", is poised to make its television debut on public broadcasting networks in October 2022, marking a significant milestone in his storied career.
Throughout his illustrious tenure in the entertainment industry, Christiansen has had the privilege of working on a diverse range of projects, encompassing both commercially viable and socially conscious endeavors. His extensive portfolio boasts a wealth of experience in producing high-quality content for prominent networks such as Discovery, TLC, PBS, MTV, and even an Imax film, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and accomplished filmmaker.
Furthermore, Christiansen has also leveraged his expertise to share his work and its profound impact with a global audience, having appeared on an astonishing 50 podcasts across 10 countries. This remarkable feat underscores his dedication to spreading awareness and inspiring others through his unique perspective and storytelling abilities.
