Blue Ant International Takes Rights to No Responders Left Behind

Blue Ant International has acquired the exclusive licensing rights to the feature documentary No Responders Left Behind, starring former The Daily Show host Jon Stewart.

A heart-wrenching story of courage and resilience, No Responders Left Behind follows Stewart, 9/11 social activist John Feal and FDNY hero Ray Pfeifer as they take on the U.S. government to ensure health and compensation for thousands of ailing first responders who are dying from toxins released at Ground Zero. Blue Ant International oversees the exclusive global licensing and premiere rights to No Responders Left Behind, which will be available at MIPCOM.

Produced by Paradox Pictures, No Responders Left Behind was shot over five years to document the fight to get healthcare and benefits for the thousands of responders who acquired life-threatening and financially devastating illnesses from 9/11. It is directed by Rob Lindsay and produced by Kelly Zemnickis.

Stewart said: “John Feal and all the first responders have done so much for me, for the community, for the city, for the country. To be able to repay some of that debt that I feel I owe them personally, that we all owe them, is the best feeling. Being a small part of this journey is the one thing I’m most proud of. I will follow John anywhere he wants to lead me next. I’m thrilled John Feal’s story is being told in the documentary, No Responders Left Behind.”

Ludo Dufour, senior VP of international co-productions and sales at Blue Ant International, said: “Next year will mark the 20th anniversary when the entire world watched the tragedy of 9/11 unfold and saw those first responders head courageously toward their rescue mission. This is an incredibly moving story that shines a light on the fight for health care and also provides an inspirational and encouraging look at what a small, but mighty group of passionate activists can achieve against all odds.”

Feal said: “For many, the last 18.5 years has been about passing legislation and fighting for justice for those affected by the aftermath of 9/11. I cannot say the same for me. It has never been about passing legislation, donating money or the accolades. It has always been about the journey from where we started to not knowing when it will end. It has been about the friendships and all the people I love and now call my family. To allow myself to be exposed and vulnerable is a testament to Rob Lindsay, Kelly Zemnickis and everyone behind the documentary No Responders Left Behindwho captured this emotional journey in such a powerful and meaningful manner.”