Movie Description
Playing the Machines
(2009)Overview
Video lottery addiction is a serious problem in Canada, but does the government's need for revenue mean the enormous social costs are being ignored? This is a story about a society hooked on gambling and the people trying to force lottery corporations to come clean and take responsibility for what's happening to people whose lives are being devastated by Playing Machines. Also at the center of the story, a pugnacious Canadian Actor, John Dunsworth (Trailer Park Boys), who's gambling addictions nearly destroyed his career.
Featured Crew
- Director : Barbara Doran
- Producer : Rob Blackie
- Writer : Barbara Doran
- Editor : Chris Darlington
- Cast : John Dunsworth,Gordon Pinsent
Cast
Self
Narrator
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Facts
Original TitlePlaying the Machines
Status Released
Release Information
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2009-03-24
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 00m
Budget₹ 313402
Homepagehttps://morag.ca/
Production CompaniesMorag Loves Company
Genres
- Documentary























