Changing the Needle
“A film about drug rehabilitation in Viet Nam”
Synopsis
A quarter of a million drug addicts —one of the most serious consequences of the Vietnam War. These addicts were the citizens of the South, and of Ho Chi Minh City, the former Saigon. Shot in 1981 by three Australian women, Changing the Needle was the first in-depth film to be made about Vietnam’s unique approach to drug rehabilitation at a time when few foreign film crews had access to Vietnam at all.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Martha Ansara, Mavis Robertson, Dasha Ross
- Original Title
- Changing the Needle
- Spoken Languages
- Vietnamese
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Jequerity Films, Ballad Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martha Ansara, Mavis Robertson, Dasha Ross
Dasha Ross, Martha Ansara, Mavis Robertson
Department Leadership Roster
Martha Ansara
Director
Mavis Robertson
Director
Dasha Ross
Director
Dasha Ross
Producer
Martha Ansara
Producer
Mavis Robertson
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Changing the Needle.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Changing the Needle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Changing the Needle about?
A quarter of a million drug addicts —one of the most serious consequences of the Vietnam War. These addicts were the citizens of the South, and of Ho Chi Minh City, the former Saigon. Shot in 1981 by three Australian women, Changing the Needle was the first in-depth film to be made about Vietnam’s unique approach to drug rehabilitation at a time when few foreign film crews had access to Vietnam at all.
Who directed Changing the Needle?
Changing the Needle was directed by Martha Ansara, Mavis Robertson, Dasha Ross.
Who stars in Changing the Needle?
The principal cast of Changing the Needle includes Tessa Mallos.
When was Changing the Needle released and how long is it?
Changing the Needle was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 53m.