My Role: As the lead video editor, I worked with the video producer to shape the proposed storyline, ensuring the piece aligned with the article published alongside it. I focused on the emotional depth of Gary and Linda’s journey, carefully weaving together key visuals, interviews, and narrative arcs to highlight the intersection of mental health and the justice system. I integrated relevant imagery, including scenes of Gary’s home, his walls of graffiti, and emotional moments with Linda, drawing intentional parallels to A Beautiful Mind to enrich the visual storytelling. To ensure accessibility for the viewer, I incorporated subtitles, enhancing the viewer’s understanding of the key themes and emotions. I then refined the pacing, carefully balancing the flow of visuals and narrative to allow space for reflection on the profound issues of mental illness and decriminalization, while maintaining the emotional intensity of the piece.