Altadena Eaton Fire Documentary Enters Post-Production
Altadena: One Fire After Another follows residents rebuilding more than a year after the 2025 Eaton Fire; filmmakers are weighing distribution.
A documentary titled Altadena: One Fire After Another, chronicling the aftermath of the 2025 Eaton Fire in Los Angeles, has been announced and is now in post-production, according to Variety. The filmmakers said they are evaluating distribution opportunities.
The film follows Altadena residents as they rebuild their homes and community more than a year after the fire. It includes interviews with residents as well as with professionals in climate, economics and public policy.
Jonathan Scheinberg produces and directs the documentary, and Vanessa Gould produces and edits it. David Gelber, a former 60 Minutes producer, serves as executive producer, and climate journalist Bill McKibben is involved in the project.
The Eaton Fire struck Los Angeles in 2025 and drew wide coverage at the time. The documentary focuses on the period that followed for the Altadena community.
Quick answers
What is Altadena: One Fire After Another about?
It is a documentary about Altadena residents rebuilding their homes and community more than a year after the 2025 Eaton Fire in Los Angeles.
Who directed and produced the documentary?
Jonathan Scheinberg is producer and director, and Vanessa Gould is producer and editor.
When will Altadena: One Fire After Another be released?
No release date has been announced; the film is in post-production and the filmmakers are evaluating distribution opportunities.