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201930 minPG-13documentary

addiction opioid-crisis corporate-responsibility social-justice

Opioid America: Unmasking The Big Pharma Sackler Family Legacy

201930 minPG-13documentary

The Sackler family faces increasing backlash as lawsuits and protests highlight their role in the opioid crisis fueled by Oxycontin.

addiction opioid-crisis corporate-responsibility social-justice

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Channel: Journeyman Pictures

Opioid America: Unmasking The Big Pharma Sackler Family Legacy

2019• 30 minPG-13

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The Sackler family faces increasing backlash as lawsuits and protests highlight their role in the opioid crisis fueled by Oxycontin.

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The Sackler family, known for their role in the opioid crisis through the promotion of OxyContin, faces increasing backlash as lawsuits and public protests intensify. This documentary examines the impact of their pharmaceutical empire on American society, highlighting the devastating effects of opioid addiction. Through interviews and expert analysis, the film sheds light on the legal battles and ethical questions surrounding the family's legacy, revealing the broader implications of their actions on public health and safety.

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