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Playing the Machines
Playing the Machines
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  2. Playing the Machines

Playing the Machines

2009
1h
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

2009

Runtime

1h

Storyline

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.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h
Mar 24, 2009
Languages
English
Director
Barbara Doran
Barbara Doran
Production
Morag Loves Company
Morag Loves Company
Production Countries
Canada
Official Website

Top Cast

2 Cast Members

John Dunsworth

John Dunsworth

Self

Gordon Pinsent

Gordon Pinsent

Narrator

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