The Interrupters is a 2011 documentary film, produced by Kartemquin Films, that tells the story of three violence interrupters who try to protect their Chicago communities from the violence they once employed. It examines a year in which Chicago drew national headlines for violence and murder that plagued the city. Produced by Kartemquin Films, The Interrupters is directed by Steve James, director of the documentary Hoop Dreams, and co-produced by Alex Kotlowitz, author of There Are No Children Here.