Oxyana
Synopsis
Oxycodone addiction has transformed a once-thriving community in Oceana, West Virginia, where many residents now sell pills instead of working in the mines.
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Synopsis
Oceana, West Virginia, once thrived as a coal mining town, but now faces a severe opioid crisis. Residents recount a shift from traditional jobs to selling pills, with oxycodone becoming a central part of life. Personal narratives reveal the toll of addiction on families, as individuals struggle with dependency and its consequences. The film features music by Deer Tick and premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in April 2013, capturing the stark realities of rural America amid the opioid epidemic.
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Why Watch
- See how OxyContin transformed a small town's drug culture.
- Meet residents sharing their personal battles with addiction.
- Find out how crime rates have changed in the community.
Did You Know
- The opioid epidemic in the town began around 10 to 15 years ago.
- The introduction of OxyContin changed drug use patterns among local youth.
- Residents report that almost everyone has experimented with drugs.
- The narrator describes their childhood as a time when drug use was limited to marijuana and alcohol.
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What has caused the increase in crime in the area?
The increase in crime is attributed to the rise in prescription drug abuse, particularly with the introduction of OxyContin.
What was the childhood like for the narrator?
The narrator describes having a good childhood, with a father who was a coal miner and a mother who was a registered nurse.
How has drug addiction affected the community?
Drug addiction has created an 'us against them' mentality among residents and has led to a significant increase in crime.
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