Film Will Highlight Opioid Recovery Efforts
A new movie featuring Zach Braff spotlights the creation of a nonprofit treatment center to support recovery in Maryland.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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The film Clean Hands, which chronicles the founding of the Brooke's House treatment center, will arrive in theaters and on digital platforms on Friday, October 16, 2026. Directed by Jake Allyn and produced by Margate House Films, the project aims to bolster support for opioid recovery programs.
Why it matters
By documenting the real-world creation of a treatment center, the project highlights the role of community-based facilities in addressing local addiction crises. The filmmakers intend for the production to raise awareness and provide financial resources to support recovery efforts.
The production team has committed to donating one-third of the film's profits to Brooke's House, a nonprofit treatment center in Hagerstown, Maryland. While this model supports recovery initiatives, the final impact on long-term treatment capacity is still under observation.
The players
Jake Allyn
The director of Clean Hands and a filmmaker who grew up in the Preston Hollow neighborhood of Dallas.
Zach Braff
The actor who stars in the film as a Maryland police officer navigating the challenges of his community.
Kevin Simmers
The founder of Brooke's House, a nonprofit treatment center established to assist individuals in recovery.
The details
The film chronicles the story of Brooke's House, a nonprofit facility established by Kevin Simmers in Hagerstown, Maryland, to offer recovery services for those struggling with addiction. Through the narrative, viewers see the systemic challenges involved in launching community-based treatment resources. The project uses the cinematic lens to translate the personal and logistical journey of building a care-focused nonprofit into a story intended to influence public perception of recovery support.
Timeline
October 16, 2026: The film Clean Hands opens in theaters and on digital platforms.
October 21, 2026: A screening and panel discussion will take place at the Angelika Film Center in Dallas.
Health Landscape
This project documents the development of Brooke's House as a tangible example of community-led addiction recovery models. It sits within a wider trend of using media to advocate for the necessity of localized, non-traditional treatment facilities in the national addiction recovery landscape.
This project highlights the importance of local treatment resources for those navigating opioid addiction recovery. Residents interested in how these community centers function can attend the screening at the Angelika Film Center to better understand local recovery pathways.
The takeaway
The film aims to bridge the gap between public perception and the realities of establishing addiction recovery resources. If you are seeking information on local support, speaking with a primary care provider or a recovery specialist can provide guidance on available community-based care.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Peoplenewspapers.
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