The Pain Behind The Badge Film
The Pain Behind The Badge is a one-hour documentary film created and produced by Clarke Paris in conjunction with 100 Watt Productions. The film features three real police officers from different agencies who share with the viewers their battles with job-related stress, marriage, and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). Two of these officers explain in detail their personal struggles and discuss their journeys that took them to the brink of committing suicide. This film also includes interviews with a psychologist, a counselor, and a police officer's spouse.
At the film's closing, citizens who have been protected and saved by law enforcement officers tell about their experiences as statistics scroll across the screen. The film has been entered in several film festivals and marketed to national television networks. Ultimately, The Pain Behind The Badge Film led to the development of The Pain Behind The Badge Seminar.
About Clarke Paris Creator / Producer
Clarke Paris is a military veteran, has more
than 25 years experience with the Las
Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and
is a former ‘Police Officer of the
Year’. He is also the
Creator/Producer of the award winning
documentary film on police stress and
suicide, ‘The Pain Behind The Badge’.
The Pain Behind The Badge received both
the ‘Honorable Mention Award and ‘Best
Documentary’ at International Film
Festivals. Clarke was involved in
recovery for several agencies including
Virginia Tech PD (after the 33 student
massacre) and Lakewood PD (after 4
officers were murdered in a coffee shop)
and has been honored by the
International Police Association for his
contribution to Law Enforcement.
Film Endorsements
"This film helps administrators to realize some of the underlying risks associated with law enforcement."
Douglas C. Gillespie, Sheriff Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
"The National Police Suicide Foundation is honored to participate in this production called The Pain Behind The Badge. We at the Foundation believe that this film will be a great contribution to bring about a better understanding of why police officers in this country commit suicide every 19-21 hours. As Executive Director of the NPSF I grant you permission to use statistical data that we have provided for you and your organization. If we can provide any further assistance please don't hesitate to contact me personally."
Robert Douglas, Director - The National Police Suicide Foundation
"The PMSA Board of Directors would like to thank you for the presentation during our recent board meeting and our annual training for our members. The Board of Directors voted to endorse your cause and wish you much success in bringing the issue of police suicide to the surface in order to get officers the assistance they require."The Police Managers & Supervisors Association
"Clarke, You have put together a superb product, a product that will save lives. 'The Pain Behind The Badge' deserves max distribution & I endorse & support your efforts whole-heartedly. You have demonstrated great initiative, tenacity and true 'grit' in putting this video together. My sincere congratulations! Hooah! & well done, my brother warrior-healer."
Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman, U.S. Army (Retired) - Director, Killology Research Group