The Department
“Life on the front line of child protection.”
Synopsis
THE DEPARTMENT is a feature documentary which takes us inside the never-before-seen child protection system at work in NSW. Filmed in an observational style, it follows caseworkers across the state as they navigate the complexities of keeping children safe in families experiencing domestic violence, addiction, poverty, mental health issues and intergenerational trauma.
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The Department – Trailer – SFF 21
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-10-06
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sydney Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sascha Ettinger-Epstein
- Original Score
- Helena Czajka
- Original Title
- The Department
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Shark Island Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sascha Ettinger-Epstein
Helena Czajka
Mathew Evans, Sally Fryer
Kate Hodges, Majhid Heath, Hayley B. Johnson, Malinda Wink, Mary Macrae
Department Leadership Roster
Kate Hodges
Producer
Majhid Heath
Producer
Hayley B. Johnson
Producer
Mathew Evans
Editor
Sascha Ettinger-Epstein
Director
Sally Fryer
Editor
Mary Macrae
Producer
Ian Darling
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Department
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What is The Department about?
THE DEPARTMENT is a feature documentary which takes us inside the never-before-seen child protection system at work in NSW. Filmed in an observational style, it follows caseworkers across the state as they navigate the complexities of keeping children safe in families experiencing domestic violence, addiction, poverty, mental health issues and intergenerational trauma.
Who directed The Department?
The Department was directed by Sascha Ettinger-Epstein.
Who stars in The Department?
The principal cast of The Department includes Not specified.
When was The Department released and how long is it?
The Department was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Department?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Department was composed by Helena Czajka.