Seattle's compassion got weird. Real weird. This doc asks: who pays for kindness?
“The Fight for the Soul of Seattle” examines the role of Seattle’s City Council in allowing the situation to reach what many experts consider epidemic levels under the guise of a compassionate approach to people who suffer from substance addiction and who commit crimes to feed their habit. It documents the heartbreaking condition of people on the streets, and the crushing decisions Seattle entrepreneurs are forced to contemplate as their life savings and dreams are destroyed by theft, vandalism and a dwindling customer base. This documentary also explores potential bold solutions to treat those living on the streets and pair them with agencies and assistance that can provide a clear path away from the endless circle of addiction and crime.
Writing
Unflinching local journalism that named names.
Production
Raw street footage that news won't show you.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This documentary became ammunition in Seattle's 2019 city council elections, with business owners citing it in campaigns to oust incumbents.
Director remains officially uncredited — reportedly due to fear of professional retaliation in Seattle's tight-knit media and political circles.
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