Through a Blue Lens
This gripping documentary takes a powerful look at the lives of people with substance use disorder in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Filmmaker Veronica Alice Mannix follows Constable Al Arsenault and six other police officers on their daily beat, documenting their unique relationships with people who speak candidly about their painful past experiences, their drug addiction, and life on the street.
Prix et distinctions
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The Japan Prize - assorti d'une bourse de $5,000USInternational Educational Program Contest Japan Prize, Tokyo2000
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Prix du Ministère des postes et télécommunications - catégorie: Education des adultes - assorti d'une bourse de $3,000USInternational Educational Program Contest Japan Prize, Tokyo2000
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Statuette Chris - catégorie: Questions SocialesFestival international du film et de la vidéo, Columbus2000
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Prix pour le film ou vidéo court métrage le plus inspirant - décerné par un Jury jeunesse (13 ans et +)Reel to Real International Film Festival for Youth and Families, Vancouver2000