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202529 minPGdocumentary

Hooked

202529 minPGdocumentary

A filmmaker confronts his family's history of alcohol and opioid addiction while examining the challenges of fatherhood in a 29-minute documentary.

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A filmmaker confronts his family's history of alcohol and opioid addiction while examining the challenges of fatherhood in a 29-minute documentary.

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Glen Fulthorpedirector

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A filmmaker examines his family's history with alcohol and opioid addiction. He reflects on the effects of these issues over generations. The film covers his search for understanding and redemption. It addresses themes of fatherhood and trauma. The narrative unfolds through personal stories and insights. The documentary runs for 29 minutes and was released in 2025.

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