Scattering CJ

This film is one of the most important films EVER. It shines a light on an issue that has touched so many people. Suicide is often swept under the rug and those left behind suffer in silence. This film takes a raw, honest look at a family struggling to deal with their son's suicide. It shows what good can come from sharing your journey, no matter how painful. The compassion of the community that came together to give CJ one last journey is inspiring and uplifting and helped save lives. The Twomey family is incredibly strong and the filmmakers succeed in telling a difficult tale in a way that truly can make a difference in someone's life. This is a must see film!

It is rare that I see a film that I would call perfect. In this case, I felt this film was not only perfectly done, but it was life changing. Life changing for me as a viewer, as well as for some the people within the film. There is no doubt, it is a difficult film, but so is mental health awareness. When I sat down to watch, I was in tears within seconds and wondered how I would be able to get through the entire film. That is what makes it so perfect. The director takes you on a journey. It is not just one thing or one feeling. So many emotions are shared as you travel with CJ. I highly recommend this film. See it now and then watch it again in a year or two, just to remind yourself of how lucky we are, how precious life is, and of course to honor CJ and his family.

Thank you Twomey family, Andrea Kalin and Spark Media for this film.

The Twomey family's story is powerful, unique and brutally honest about the effects of mental illness and suicide. It should be a must watch for teens today, so they can see and hear the truth about the aftermath of a suicide. Hallie Twomey is both eloquent and honest.

I watched this 3 times. Each time was just as gut wrenching as the previous. And I would soooo watch again. My Lizzie died from suicide 5 years ago. We scattered her ashes on her 5th angelversary. I wish we had been able to do for my Liz what Hallie did for CJ. Every single time I watched it, Liz was sitting right next to me. Hallie is so brave to have made this documentary!! Every parent should watch this, regardless of if they have lost a child to suicide. I would never in a kazillion years wish a child's death on any parent. But again, Every parent out there should watch this!!

Such a powerful documentary on one family's beautiful final tribute to their son. Mental illness and suicide has been taboo for way too long in this country. My heart goes out to Hailey and her family. Thank you for sharing your story with us.