J Is for Junkie (2011)

10/04/2011 (EN) • Documentary • 41m

Overview

In the 1980s and 1990s, an epidemic of crack cocaine addiction ravaged African American communities across the United States. Crack is extremely addictive, a trap that can lead to homelessness and an early death. Black addicts in Atlanta, Georgia tell us about their addiction, their past, and their struggles with police.

J Is for Junkie (2011)

10/04/2011 (EN) • 41m

Documentary

Overview

In the 1980s and 1990s, an epidemic of crack cocaine addiction ravaged African American communities across the United States. Crack is extremely addictive, a trap that can lead to homelessness and an early death. Black addicts in Atlanta, Georgia tell us about their addiction, their past, and their struggles with police.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

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Keywords

homeless person

drug addiction

interview

crack cocaine

crack addict

atlanta, georgia

black american

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