The City of Fort Worth’s Movies That Matter film series is offering residents a complimentary screening of The Wisdom of Trauma, an impactful documentary exploring America’s ongoing challenges with mental health. The screening is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Thursday, December 5, at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.
While admission is free, reservations are required and must be made online. The museum is located at 3200 Darnell Street. The film, which runs for 87 minutes and is unrated, examines the alarming rise in mental illness, suicide—particularly among young adults—and the epidemic of drug overdoses in the United States. It challenges viewers to question the societal "normalcy" underpinning these crises.
For those interested in previewing the film, a trailer is available on the event’s website. The Wisdom of Trauma highlights startling statistics, including the 48,300 suicides recorded annually in the United States and the growing prevalence of autoimmune disorders impacting millions of lives.
This screening is part of Movies That Matter, a bi-monthly initiative by the City of Fort Worth that seeks to ignite conversations around human and civil rights. Screenings are held in February, April, June, August, October, and December, often accompanied by discussions and special guest appearances to deepen community engagement and understanding.
