Up Against the System
Synopsis
People on welfare are rarely heard. What do they go through? How do they feel? How do concerned social and welfare workers feel about the welfare system? What is welfare supposed to do? In this film, welfare recipients and social case workers talk about the problems of being "up against the system." Part of the "Challenge for Change" series.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Terence Macartney-Filgate
- Original Title
- Up Against the System
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Terence Macartney-Filgate
George C. Stoney
Department Leadership Roster
Terence Macartney-Filgate
Director
George C. Stoney
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Up Against the System.
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What is Up Against the System about?
People on welfare are rarely heard. What do they go through? How do they feel? How do concerned social and welfare workers feel about the welfare system? What is welfare supposed to do? In this film, welfare recipients and social case workers talk about the problems of being "up against the system." Part of the "Challenge for Change" series.
Who directed Up Against the System?
Up Against the System was directed by Terence Macartney-Filgate.
Who stars in Up Against the System?
The principal cast of Up Against the System includes Not specified.
When was Up Against the System released and how long is it?
Up Against the System was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 20m.