
🎬 Title: Crisis
Exploring the commercial side of addiction.
Story: The film intertwines three narratives revolving around the opioid crisis: a drug dealer orchestrates a complex Fentanyl smuggling operation between Canada and the U.S., an architect in recovery from OxyContin addiction seeks to uncover the truth behind her son’s drug use, and a university professor grapples with unsettling truths about his employer—a pharmaceutical company with significant governmental ties aiming to launch a new “non-addictive” painkiller.
⭐ Rating: 6.3 (369 votes)
📅 Release date: February 26, 2021
⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 58 minutes
🎭 Genres: Thriller, Crime, Drama
🎬 Director: Nicholas Jarecki
✍️ Writer: Nicholas Jarecki
🌍 Countries: Belgium, Canada
🏢 Production companies: Bideford Productions, Burn Later Productions, Construction Film, Green Room Films, Matisse Pictures, Tuesday Films, Les Productions LOD, Paradise City Films
💼 Production: | 📈 Revenue: $1,099,426

👥 Cast: Gary Oldman (Dr. Tyrone Brower), Armie Hammer (Jake Kelly), Evangeline Lilly (Claire Reimann), Greg Kinnear (Dean Talbot), Michelle Rodriguez (Supervisor Garrett), Luke Evans (Dr. Bill Simons), Lily-Rose Depp (Emmie Kelly), Guy Nadon (Mother), Veronica Ferres (Dr. Meg Holmes), Kid Cudi (Ben Walker)
Editor’s note: “Crisis” (2021) effectively merges the Thriller, Crime, and Drama genres while infusing a personal touch. Nicholas Jarecki ensures a focused narrative that prioritizes character development over superficial storytelling. With strong performances from Gary Oldman, Armie Hammer, and Evangeline Lilly, the film maintains a grounded tone. The runtime of 1 hour and 58 minutes complements the narrative well. Reviews are varied; it’s best approached for its mood and atmosphere. The tagline—“Addiction is an industry.”—captures the film’s essence perfectly. If this theme resonates with you, consider adding it to your watchlist.
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