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Deep Dive: Using (2007)

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Using
In Guangzhou, China, filmmaker Zhou Hao chronicles the lives of two drug addicts over three years. The film presents their descent into addiction and their involvement in heroin trafficking, providing a raw depiction of the hidden heroin subculture in the city. It reveals the harsh realities faced by individuals caught in drug use and the complexities of their relationships. Zhou Hao's work addresses significant social issues related to drug addiction and trafficking in contemporary China. The film offers a rare perspective on a largely overlooked community, focusing on themes of self-destruction, poverty, and dysfunctional relationships among those affected by drug use.

Why Watch

  • Meet two drug addicts in Guangzhou's hidden subculture.
  • See the impact of heroin trafficking on personal lives.
  • Find out about the realities of addiction in contemporary China.

Did You Know

The film was directed by Zhou Hao in 2007.
It has a runtime of 105 minutes.
The documentary focuses on drug addiction and trafficking in Guangzhou.

Perfect For

Drug addiction studiesChinese social issuesDocumentary enthusiasts