Through a Blue Lens

Synopsis: A group of compassionate police in Vancouver started documenting their work with long-term drug addicts on the streets, with the idea of creating a powerful tool to prevent drug use among young people. This resulted in an unusual relationship between the police and the addicts in the downtown area. The film is a hard-hitting and raw documentary which gives addicts a chance to talk openly about who they are and how they came to where they are now. Through their participation they wanted to stop others from joining their nightmare.
Language: English
Country: Canada
Year of release: 2002
Year of production: 1999
Subjects: Health Education; Social welfare
Keywords: addiction; drug abuse; police

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