Award-winning Movie Screening to Benefit Mental Illness

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!