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The life of internationally renowned artist and activist Nan Goldin is told through her slideshows, intimate interviews, ground-breaking photography, and rare footage of her personal fight to hold the Sackler family accountable for the overdose crisis.
This documentary chronicles the life and work of Nan Goldin, a renowned photographer known for her intimate and raw depictions of the punk and LGBTQ+ scenes in New York City. It also explores her activism against the Sackler family, whose company Purdue Pharma played a significant role in the opioid crisis.
The film received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its powerful combination of personal narrative and socio-political activism. Critics praised its unflinching portrayal of Goldin's life and her courageous fight against a powerful pharmaceutical family.
A deeply personal and politically charged documentary.
Praised for Nan Goldin's courageous activism and artistic legacy.
The film masterfully weaves together art, life, and protest.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's emotional impact, praising Nan Goldin's bravery and the important social commentary it provides regarding the opioid crisis.
Winner of the Golden Lion at the 79th Venice International Film Festival.
Nan Goldin's activism against the Sackler family began when she learned that their philanthropic donations to major art institutions were funded by profits from OxyContin.
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I have to say that I was really disappointed with this. I had expected a serious critique on the way in which the highly addictive opioid "OxyContin" had come to impact on the lives of millions of American citizens. Instead, we get a rather...