Prescription Thugs (2016)
Americans account for a staggering 75% of global prescription drug consumption. Following the tragic loss of his brother to the rampant epidemic of prescription abuse, documenta...
MOVIE
Americans account for a staggering 75% of global prescription drug consumption. Following the tragic loss of his brother to the rampant epidemic of prescription abuse, documentarian Chris Bell embarks on a quest to unravel the complexities of this addiction. His journey uncovers the motivations behind pharmaceutical companies and medical professionals, as he engages with addiction experts, survivors sharing their harrowing stories, and whistleblowers revealing the profit-driven motives of the industry. Ultimately, Bell’s exploration circles back to a deeply personal revelation at his own doorstep.
Runtime
1h 26m
Country
United States of America
