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Jamie Bacon Stars in Gripping Indie on Fentanyl Crisis

4/24/2025

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Jamie Bacon shines in "Pretty Boy Delaney," a powerful indie film tackling the harsh realities of the fentanyl crisis, addiction, and homelessness. Directed by Liv Forsythe, Bacon plays a once-promising boxer grappling with addiction on Skid Row. After six years of dedication, this film seeks to authentically capture the struggles of trauma and the journey to recovery.

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Story summary

Jamie Bacon shines in "Pretty Boy Delaney," a powerful indie film tackling the harsh realities of the fentanyl crisis, addiction, and homelessness. Directed by Liv Forsythe, Bacon plays a once-promising boxer grappling with addiction on Skid Row. After six years of dedication, this film seeks to authentically capture the struggles of trauma and the journey to recovery.