Hard Border
Hard Border

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Hard Border

2018
Movie
9 min
English

Belfast-born actor Stephen Rea explores the impact of Brexit and the uncertainty of the future of the Irish border in a short film written by Clare Dwyer Hogg.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Aisling Chin-YeeGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

Hard Border is a Canadian documentary that explores the complex realities of the border between Canada and the United States, particularly in the context of the opioid crisis and the varying legal approaches to drug policy. The film delves into the lives of individuals on both sides of the border, highlighting the human impact of these issues and the challenges faced by communities and policymakers.

Critical Reception

Hard Border received positive reviews for its timely and important subject matter, its empathetic approach to complex issues, and its effective storytelling. Critics lauded its ability to humanize the statistics surrounding the opioid crisis and border policies, offering a nuanced perspective on a critical contemporary issue.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling look at the human cost of the opioid crisis and border politics.

  • Commended for its balanced and empathetic portrayal of individuals affected by these issues.

  • Recognized for its timely examination of cross-border challenges and drug policy.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not widely available for this documentary on Google.

Fun Fact

The documentary was filmed over several years, capturing the evolving landscape of border policies and the opioid crisis in North America.

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