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IMDb20031h 18mUnited Kingdom

Dying for Drugs

“A POWERFUL INTERNATIONAL INVESTIGATION OF THE GLOBAL PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY”

Synopsis

Every year many new drugs come to market which offer hope to the sick and dying. This documentary film investigates just how far drug companies are prepared to go to get their drugs approved, what they will do to make sure they get the prices they want, and what happens when profits are put before people.

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Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Brian Woods, Michael Simkin
Original Score
Russell Taylor, Steve Cooke
Original Title
Dying for Drugs
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 18m
Production Studios
True Vision

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Brian Woods, Michael Simkin

Original Score & Music

Russell Taylor, Steve Cooke

Film Editing

Reg Clarke, Brian Edwards, Jeremy Wales

Producers

Brian Woods, Grant McKee

Department Leadership Roster

Brian Woods

Director

Reg Clarke

Editor

Brian Woods

Producer

Brian Edwards

Editor

Michael Simkin

Director

Jeremy Wales

Editor

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)U

Universal — Suitable for all audiences.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Dying for Drugs.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dying for Drugs

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Dying for Drugs about?

Every year many new drugs come to market which offer hope to the sick and dying. This documentary film investigates just how far drug companies are prepared to go to get their drugs approved, what they will do to make sure they get the prices they want, and what happens when profits are put before people.

Who directed Dying for Drugs?

Dying for Drugs was directed by Brian Woods, Michael Simkin.

Who stars in Dying for Drugs?

The principal cast of Dying for Drugs includes James P. Love.

When was Dying for Drugs released and how long is it?

Dying for Drugs was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.

Who composed the musical score for Dying for Drugs?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Dying for Drugs was composed by Russell Taylor, Steve Cooke.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Dying for Drugs?

Dying for Drugs holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).