Crisis (2021) (original) (raw)
Three stories about the world of opioids collide: a drug trafficker arranges a multi-cartel Fentanyl smuggling operation between Canada and the U.S., an architect recovering from an OxyContin addiction tracks down the truth behind her son's involvement with narcotics, and a university professor battles unexpected revelations about his research employer, a drug company with deep government influence bringing a new "non-addictive" painkiller to market.
Three stories about the world of opioids collide: a drug trafficker arranges a multi-cartel Fentanyl smuggling operation between Canada and the U.S., an architect recovering from an OxyContin addiction tracks down the truth behind her son's involvement with narcotics, and a university professor battles unexpected revelations about his research employer, a drug company with deep government influence bringing a new "non-addictive" painkiller to market. (less)
Director: Nicholas Jarecki
Writer: Nicholas Jarecki
Starring: Gary Oldman, Evangeline Lilly, Greg Kinnear, Armie Hammer, Michelle Rodriguez, Lily-Rose Depp
Producer: Nicholas Jarecki
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Review by Brian Orndorf, February 25, 2021
7 / 10
Writer/director Nicholas Jarecki hasn�t made a film in quite some time, but his last effort, 2012�s �Arbitrage,� was a compelling drama about corrupt people, examining the fraudulent activities of a hedge fund manager trying to preserve his wealth. The picture connected with a still-timely tale of desperation and privilege, and the helmer returns with a similar story of self-preservation, this time exploring the world of opioid abuse. �Crisis� presents a multi-character journey into corruption and powerlessness, with Jarecki aiming to cut a bit closer in terms of relatability, highlighting a s ...read more...
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