Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy (2021) Plot Summary Explained

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2021 · 89 min · English

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Directed by

Stanley Nelson

Starring

Mitch Credle

The 1980s saw a surge of crack cocaine that profoundly impacted American inner cities. This documentary explores the devastating effects of the drug on communities and individuals, examining its origins and the complex factors that fueled the crisis. It reveals how systemic issues within the U.S. prison and healthcare systems contributed to the marginalization of Black and Brown people, perpetuating a cycle of destruction and hardship.