The documentary film "America's Longest War" examines the failure of America's War on Drugs. Despite spending over a trillion dollars, drug usage rates have not decreased and illegal drugs are more accessible and affordable than ever. With over 50,000 SWAT raids annually and hundreds of thousands of non-violent drug offenders incarcerated, the documentary explores the devastating impacts of the drug war. From Nixon's declaration in 1971 to Obama's unfulfilled promises, the film traces the escalation of the drug war over the past 40 years. Through poignant stories, it sheds light on the victims of this ongoing conflict. Originally released in 2013, "America's Longest War" offers a compelling look at the repercussions of failed drug policies.

Has America's War On Drugs Failed? SWAT Raids and Life Sentences

A powerful documentary delves into America's Fentanyl Problem, a crisis more lethal than gun crime, homicide, and car accidents combined. This synthetic opioid, 100 times stronger than heroin, is replacing the heroin supply due to its cheap price, potency, and ease of distribution through the mail. The devastating consequences of this epidemic are explored, with a focus on how it is affecting the homeless and marginalized communities. The film takes viewers to Vancouver, the epicenter of the crisis, to hear firsthand accounts from healthcare workers, activists, fentanyl dealers, and users. It also highlights innovative efforts to combat the toxic drug supply and raises concerns about the potential global impact of the fentanyl epidemic.

America's Fentanyl Problem

"Opioid America: Unmasking The Big Pharma Sackler Family Legacy (2019) delves into the backlash against the Sackler family, renowned for their involvement in the opioid crisis through OxyContin. As public outrage escalates, lawsuits continue to surge, shedding light on the devastating repercussions of addiction across America."

Opioid America: Unmasking The Big Pharma Sackler Family Legacy

Last year, over 100,000 people in the US lost their lives to drug overdoses, with fentanyl emerging as the deadliest culprit. This synthetic opioid, over 50 times stronger than heroin, lies at the heart of the North American opioid crisis, shrouded in myths and politicized narratives. Investigating the origins of this lethal drug, Ben Westhoff ventures to China to uncover the secretive production sites of fentanyl and its precursor chemicals, shedding light on the role of the Chinese government in a crisis claiming thousands of lives worldwide.

How China Is Fuelling America's Drug Epidemic

Reggie Yates investigates the devastating impact of the drug ice in Melbourne, Australia's second city. With a focus on a brutal murder and encounters with addicts in a halfway house, Yates delves deep into the epidemic. Embedded with the local police force, he uncovers the widespread crisis and follows two individuals from different backgrounds as they seek rehabilitation. From the series Reggie Yates Hidden Australia: Addicted to ICE.

The ICE Epidemic: Australia's Fatal Addiction

Investigating the Bath Salts drug epidemic causing a crisis in Miami, USA. When a man in Miami chewed off a homeless man's face earlier this year, a little-known drug was blamed. This report explores how 'bath salts' are wreaking havoc across the USA as the number of addicts grows. Tiffany Russell, a mother watching footage of her son Skyler, a bath salts addict, feels the Government has failed her son by taking too long to address the drug issue. Drug Enforcement officer Jim Burns explains the challenges of regulating bath salts due to chemists tweaking the chemical formula, making it difficult to combat the crisis.

Drug Crazed - Florida's new drugs epidemic

Undercover in Mexico: How Chinese Gangs are Transforming the Fentanyl Trade reveals a dangerous alliance between triads and cartels, driving profits and exacerbating the fentanyl crisis.

Undercover in Mexico: How Chinese Gangs are Transforming the Fentanyl Trade

Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid 100 times stronger than heroin, has become a national crisis in Canada. Its potency, affordability, and ease of distribution have led to widespread devastation and loss of life, with the drug rapidly replacing heroin in the market. This deadly epidemic has hit the homeless and marginalized communities the hardest, with fentanyl now appearing in party drugs like cocaine and cannabis, resulting in fatal consequences. 
 
 In this documentary, we delve into the heart of the fentanyl crisis in Vancouver, speaking with healthcare professionals, activists, dealers, and users of the drug. We explore innovative strategies to combat the toxic drug supply and examine the potential global impact if the fentanyl epidemic spreads beyond North America. The film, originally titled "Ten Dollar Death Trip" and licensed from Sideways Film, presents a chilling look at the dire consequences of this deadly drug.

Canada's Fentanyl Addiction: A National Crisis

The documentary film Inside America's Opioid Epidemic explores the alarming rise in opioid overdose fatalities in the US, with heroin and synthetic opioids like fentanyl contributing to the crisis. The Northeast and Midwest regions have seen the highest increase in overdose deaths, with a growing trend in the South and West. Emergency calls related to opioid overdoses spiked by 30% from 2016 to 2017, and data from emergency departments indicate a continuous worsening of the opioid overdose epidemic. The film delves into Ohio to uncover the reasons behind this epidemic growth in substance abuse.

Inside America's Opioid Epidemic

In the US, the opioid crisis claims 170 lives daily, prompting legal action against Big Pharma's role. Dr. Regan Nichols faces trial for over-prescribing opioids, shedding light on the larger issue of addiction. Once intended for cancer patients, potent painkillers like Oxycontin were aggressively marketed to all, leading to widespread addiction. The documentary tracks efforts to combat this epidemic, from addicts battling for sobriety to law enforcement working on prevention. Learn about the dire consequences of opioid abuse and the fight for accountability in this gripping film.

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