Dope
“Everybody is dying to get their hands on.”
Synopsis
In the sinful city streets life can be tough on the human heart, and in Laura's world now frequented by junkies, dealers, thugs and cops, she knows, just like the rest of them that losing your head can leave you for dead. A gun-shot reverberates through the city streets intertwining the destinies of all these lost souls;can they outrun it? Or will the truth about love hit them all? Laura is not finding it easy, especially when the nation is transfixed by LAW TV, the televised trial of two cops for viciously beating and shooting Trevor Lyons, a gifted and attractive soccer player; because as it turns out, Jack, her first lover, might just be involved. JIM a snitch paid with heroin is most certainly implicated. But it is RUSSELL, her unexpected new love who triggers the realization of her intense re-occurring dream; and her sexual awakening. Shot of Love; they're all dying to get their hands on it.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Harkness
- Original Title
- Dope
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Harkness
Department Leadership Roster
James Harkness
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dope
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dope about?
In the sinful city streets life can be tough on the human heart, and in Laura's world now frequented by junkies, dealers, thugs and cops, she knows, just like the rest of them that losing your head can leave you for dead. A gun-shot reverberates through the city streets intertwining the destinies of all these lost souls;can they outrun it? Or will the truth about love hit them all? Laura is not finding it easy, especially when the nation is transfixed by LAW TV, the televised trial of two cops for viciously beating and shooting Trevor Lyons, a gifted and attractive soccer player; because as it turns out, Jack, her first lover, might just be involved. JIM a snitch paid with heroin is most certainly implicated. But it is RUSSELL, her unexpected new love who triggers the realization of her intense re-occurring dream; and her sexual awakening. Shot of Love; they're all dying to get their hands on it.
Who directed Dope?
Dope was directed by James Harkness.
Who stars in Dope?
The principal cast of Dope includes Miranda Bien-Lim, Alison Bramich, Maris J. Caune, Stephen Cummings, Maria Dafneros.
When was Dope released and how long is it?
Dope was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dope?
Dope holds official age classifications: AU: MA15+ (Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.).