Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street
Synopsis
The film follows a simple structure, and shows the drug-related degradation of five youths (Jake, Tracey, Jessica, Alice, Oreo) during the course of three years. The film depicts drug-related crimes and diseases: prostitution, male prostitution, AIDS, and lethal overdoses.
Release History & Theatrical Window
17/03/2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steven Okazaki
- Original Title
- Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Release Date
- 17/03/2000
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steven Okazaki
Department Leadership Roster
Steven Okazaki
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street about?
The film follows a simple structure, and shows the drug-related degradation of five youths (Jake, Tracey, Jessica, Alice, Oreo) during the course of three years. The film depicts drug-related crimes and diseases: prostitution, male prostitution, AIDS, and lethal overdoses.
Who directed Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street?
Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street was directed by Steven Okazaki.
Who stars in Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street?
The principal cast of Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street includes Not specified.
When was Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street released and how long is it?
Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street?
Black Tar Heroin: The Dark End of the Street holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).