About the film:
A gripping documentary that exposes the dark side of social media and its devastating impact on young people. Based on investigative reporting by Bloomberg News’ Olivia Carville, the film follows the Social Media Victims Law Center fighting for justice for families whose children suffered tragic consequences linked to social media use. As families seek justice, “Can’t Look Away” underscores the urgent need for industry reform and serves as both a wake-up call about the dangers of social media- and a call to action to protect future generations. Post-film discussion TBA
Presented in partnership with the Live Like Sam Foundation, Summit County Health Department – Mental Wellness
Alliance, Mothers Against Media Addiction, and Summit Support as part of the Reel Community Series.
In his native Chicago John served on the board of his neighborhood Chamber of Commerce, was one of the co-founders of the Chicago International Wine Festival and headed the Food and Beverage division of Chicago’s United Jewish Federation.
During his time in Chicago he was a wine merchant, restaurant proprietor, wine writer and wine educator.
In 1965 John founded a nationally-known Chicago fondue restaurant, Geja’s Cafe, which recently celebrated its 60th anniversary. Additionally, John was the founder and CEO of a direct marketing wine company, Wine Insiders, which ships wine directly to consumers across the U.S.
After moving to Utah in 2008 with his wife and son, John became a volunteer for the Peace House. In 2025 seeing a need to raise awareness of mental health challenges he founded the non-profit Summit Support.
