Archive · 13 Sep 2025
Eaton Fire Documentary Premieres: Personal Story of Loss
A filmmaker named Ondi Timoner made a movie about a big fire that destroyed many homes in Altadena, California.
The fire, called the Eaton Fire, burned down houses, including Ondi's and her brother's.
The movie shows how people came together to help each other after losing everything.
The community, led by people like Heavenly Hughes, worked hard to protect their neighbors and rebuild their lives.
The film shows the loss, but also the strength of the community facing the climate change disaster.
The documentary, titled "All the Walls Came Down," is about how people are dealing with the destruction and trying to move forward.
The Eaton Fire destroyed many homes in Altadena, California.
Filmmaker Ondi Timoner documented the aftermath and the community's resilience.
Her new film, "All the Walls Came Down," premiered at the Telluride Film Festival.
The film shows the loss of generational wealth and the risk of displacement.
The community is coming together to rebuild and protect each other.
- Who
- Ondi Timoner, her family, and the Altadena community
- What
- A documentary about the Eaton Fire and its impact on Altadena residents.
- When
- The Eaton Fire occurred on January 7; The film premiered at Telluride Film Festival and will be at the Laemmle Glendale tonight.
- Where
- Altadena, Los Angeles
- Why
- To document the devastation of the Eaton Fire and the resilience of the community.
- Event
- Eaton Fire
- Filmmaker
- Ondi Timoner
- Film Title
- All the Walls Came Down
- Location
- Altadena, Los Angeles
- Premiere Date
- Tonight at Laemmle Glendale
- Subject
- Community resilience after a fire