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Mature Accompanied (MA 15+)
Strong themes and drug use

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A searing indictment of Big Pharma and the political operatives and government regulations that enable over-production, reckless distribution and abuse of synthetic opiates, this two-part documentary directed by Emmy and Academy Award winner Alex Gibney explores the origins, extent and fallout of one of the most devastating public health tragedies of our time.

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    Classification marking - Mature Accompanied (Square)
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  • Language
  • Drug use
    Classification marking - Mature Accompanied (Square)
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  • Sex

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Classification date
Year of production
2021
Classification
MA 15+
Consumer advice
Strong themes and drug use
Category
Films
Category detail
Accredited Classifier Decision - Film
Media type
Not Specified
Version
ORIGINAL
Duration
232 minutes
Director/Creator
Alex Gibney
Producer
Alex Gibney | Sarah Dowland | Svetlana Zill
Production company
HBO Documentary Films | Jigsaw Productions | Storied Media Group
Country of origin
USA
Language
ENGLISH
Applicant
Warner Bros. Discovery
File number
T25/07118
Classification number
CLAS-857049
Alternative titles
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