Award-winning Movie Screening to Benefit Mental Illness

Posted on September 15, 2026

Good Side of Bad Movie Screening NAMI Syracuse

Join NAMI Syracuse, NAMI NYS (National Alliance on Mental Illness), and Schizophrenic.nyc for a special screening of Good Side of Bad, followed by an evening of storytelling, lived experience, mental health advocacy, and connection.

📅 Friday, October 9, 2026

📍 The Palace Theatre | 2384 James St, Syracuse, NY

🚪 Doors Open: 6:30 PM

🎥 Film Screening: 7:00–8:40 PM

💬 Filmmaker Q&A: 8:45–9:45 PM

Following the screening, hear from filmmakers Alethea Root and Jules Bruff, advocate and Schizophrenic.nyc founder Michelle Hammer, and NAMI NYS Schizophrenia Advisory Committee Member Angel Stanley.

✨ Arrive early to meet the filmmakers and panelists and shop mental health merchandise from NAMI NYS and @schizophrenic.nyc.

🏆 Good Side of Bad was the 2024 Lighthouse Award Winner for Best Feature Film at the Block Island Film Festival, recognizing the filmmakers.

Come experience a powerful film, hear diverse perspectives, and be part of a conversation that helps build greater understanding around schizophrenia and psychosis.

🎟️ Tickets are $15, or just $10 for students! All proceeds benefit @nami.syracuse and NAMI NYS.

Tabling opportunities available to reach an audience focused on advancing mental health education and awareness. Contact [email protected] to learn more!

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