Crisis (2020)
Directed by Nicholas Jarecki
Genres - Drama, Crime, Thriller |
Sub-Genres - Addiction Drama, Crime Drama, Crime Thriller |
Release Date - Feb 26, 2021 (USA - Limited) |
Run Time - 118 min. |
Countries - Belgium, Canada, United States |
MPAA Rating - R
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Synopsis by Jinko Labitag
Crisis presents three stories set against the backdrop of the opioid epidemic: an architect recovering from an addiction investigates the truth behind her son’s disappearance and connection to narcotics; a professor employed by a pharmaceutical company wrestles with unexpected revelations about the true nature of his employer; and a drug peddler who arranges a multi-cartel operation across Canada and the United States. Written and directed by Nicholas Jarecki.
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addiction, conspiracy, cover-up, disappearance, drug-addiction, drug-company, drug-smuggler, drug-trade, epidemic, narcotics, pharmaceutical-industry, professor, whistleblower, withdrawal