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(RUN TIME: 59:54 MIN)

STORIES OF RESILIENCE & TRANSFORMATION

A JOSH NAGEL PRODUCTION • DIRECTED BY AMANDA HELD

After the uniform comes off, the real battle begins. H.O.O.V.E.S. | Healing Our Veterans documents the powerful journey from Post-Traumatic Stress to Post-Traumatic Growth.

 

Recognized with a Best Inspirational Honorable Mention at the Cannes Film Awards and celebrated at the EQUUS Film & Arts Festival, this powerful film reveals the true impact of our mission and the unyielding spirit of those we serve.

 

Watch the full documentary above, or catch the trailer below.

REACTIONS FROM THE APRIL 6, 2024 PREMIERE

Phenomenal!!! Powerful from start to finish.

You and your team did an amazing job representing your mission… truly inspirational!

Fantastic!! Thank you for your willingness, vision and dedication towards others! Selfless and courageous!

Powerful, raw, and completely authentic. Every veteran and military family needs to see this.

Josh Nagel, Producer & Lead Cinematographer

With over 13 years of experience in cinematic storytelling, Josh Nagel is an award-winning filmmaker known for bringing raw human experiences to life.

 

His credits include serving as Producer on the Netflix series Full Swing and Director of Photography for Ring City USA. Through his company, Josh Nagel Productions, he combines technical precision with a dedication to authentic visual craft.

Amanda Held, Director

​Air Force First Sergeant & Founder of H.O.O.V.E.S.

 

Amanda Held is a Published Author, Human Potential Practitioner, and veteran leader. Drawing on decades of studying human and equine behavior, she created evidence-based programs that help veterans transform Post-Traumatic Stress into Post-Traumatic Growth.

 

Named one of Success Magazine’s "125 People of Influence," Amanda has spent over a decade empowering veterans and leaders to step into self-mastery and lasting resilience.

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