DENVER, April 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Moviegoers
can experience the heart-wrenching story of three-time world
champion surfer Andy Irons
when "Andy Irons: Kissed
by God" comes to U.S. movie theaters this spring. As the opioid
crisis rises to a national emergency in the United States and bipolar disorder affects
approximately 5.7 million adult Americans (National Institute of
Mental Health), the untold story of Irons' life serves to tear down
the myths associated with these two ferocious diseases. The
documentary features in-depth interviews with Andy's brother
Bruce Irons, his wife
Lyndie Irons, and fellow
surfers Joel Parkinson,
Nathan Fletcher,
Sunny Garcia and
Kelly Slater. In addition to
the feature content, audiences will also view a Q&A with top
experts in the field of opioid addiction and bipolar disorder,
directors Steve and Todd
Jones, as well as Andy's friends and family.
Tickets for "Andy Irons:
Kissed by God" can be purchased at www.FathomEvents.com or
participating box offices.
Fathom Events and Teton Gravity Research
bring "Andy Irons: Kissed by God" to
nearly 500 U.S. cinemas for one night on Thursday, May 31 at 7:00
p.m. local time, through Fathom's Digital Broadcast Network
(DBN). For a complete list of theater locations, visit the Fathom
Events website (theaters and participants are subject to
change).
"Andy Irons: Kissed by
God" chronicles the struggles of bipolar disorder and opioid
addiction as seen through the life of three-time world champion
surfer Andy Irons. Irons struggled
with the same demons that millions of people worldwide battle with
daily. He was an incredible presence on the surfing world stage as
the "People's Champion," the pride of Hawaii and revered around the world for his
blue collar rise to fame and success. However, many were unaware of
his internal battles that led to his demise.
"'Andy Irons: Kissed by
God' is both a moving documentary and an opportunity to shine a
light on the country's opioid crisis and mental health systems,"
said Fathom Events CEO Ray Nutt.
"It's events such as these that turn local cinemas into a place to
both entertain and educate communities."
"The time to tell Andy's story is now, not because we want to
glorify his life or accomplishments, but because Andy wanted to
share the truth of his struggles to educate future generations,"
said his brother, Bruce
Irons. "We wanted to shine an honest light on the truth
– both the struggles and the triumphs – and tell an accurate story
of who Andy truly was."
For artwork/photos related to "Andy
Irons: Kissed by God," visit the Fathom Events press
site.
About Fathom Events
Fathom Events is the leading event
cinema distributor with participating theaters in all 100 of the
top Designated Market Areas®, and ranks as one of the
largest overall distributors of content to movie
theaters. Owned by AMC Entertainment Inc. (NYSE: AMC),
Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK) and Regal Entertainment Group
(NYSE: RGC) (known collectively as AC JV, LLC), Fathom Events
offers a variety of one-of-a-kind entertainment events in theaters
such as live performances of the Metropolitan Opera, top stage
productions including Newsies! The Broadway Musical and
George Takei's Allegiance, major
sporting events such as Mayweather vs. McGregor, epic concerts with
artists like Lady Antebellum and Sammy
Hagar, the yearlong TCM Big Screen Classics series,
inspirational events such as Is Genesis History? and IN OUR HANDS:
The Battle for Jerusalem, and
popular anime franchises like Pokémon and Dragon Ball Z. Fathom
Events takes audiences behind the scenes for unique extras
including audience Q&As, backstage footage and interviews with
cast and crew, creating the ultimate VIP experience. Fathom Events'
live digital broadcast network ("DBN") is the largest cinema
broadcast network in North
America, bringing live and pre-recorded events to 917
locations and 1,440 screens in 181 DMAs. For more information,
visit www.fathomevents.com.
About Teton Gravity Research
Teton Gravity Research is
the most decorated action sports brand in the world. Known for
original, custom and branded content. TGR's world-class
storytelling has captivated audiences for more than 21 years. With
39 award-winning films, numerous television series, and national
commercial spots, TGR is leaving a global, multi-channel footprint.
Teton Gravity Research is one of the fastest growing media brands
with a thriving millennial audience, award-winning multimedia film
projects, a rapidly growing experiential platform and unprecedented
viral content. TGR is a proud member of the Surfrider Foundation,
1% For The Planet, BICEP, IMBA, and Protect Our Winters. For more
information on TGR, visit TetonGravity.com.
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