Beginning with brief testaments from Jodi (aged 26) and Michael (aged 25) on their own personal under drug addiction, this two-part program goes on to explore the pervasive use and persistent misunderstandings about the drug called "crack." Essentially, smokeable cocaine (though not as pure, and much more dangerous), crack delivers a quick, intense high, according to users, and is one of the more addicting drugs available. Teen actor Scott Valentine talks with school kids about the myths surrounding crack, and the program utilizes dramatizations to show the initial hook, endless spiral, and eventual collapse of a crack addict. The strongest segments are in the straight narrative and mini-dramatic plays. The weakest section- though for students watching the program, this may be the highlight-is Valentine talking with kids, impromptu. Celebrities have the annoying habit of trying to come across as know-it-alls, and this kid is no exception. He's happy to deliver expert opinions not only on crack, but also on peer pressure, and situational ethics in the school environment-opinions which sound remarkably like your average teenager trying to be cool about subjects he knows no more about, and probably less, than his audience. This quibble aside, this video is recommended, particularly for schools (with the caveat that drug videos continue to be more expensive than the drugs they warn against.) (See TOURING AMERICA'S NATIONAL PARKS for availability.)
Crackdown II
(1988) 42 m. $159. Bennu Foundation Inc.; dist. by Alymer Press. Public performance rights included. Vol. 4, Issue 1
Crackdown II
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