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The House I Live In (2012)

"The war on drugs has never been about drugs."

7.520121h 50mEN
Documentary

Directed by Eugene Jarecki

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 50m

Language

EN

Release

October 5, 2012

Director

Eugene Jarecki

Official Trailer

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Overview

In the past 40 years, the War on Drugs has accounted for 45 million arrests, made America the world's largest jailer, and destroyed impoverished communities at home and abroad. Yet drugs are cheaper, purer, and more available today than ever. Where did we go wrong?

Cast

Eugene Jarecki

Eugene Jarecki

Himself - Narrator / Interviewer

Joe Biden

Joe Biden

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

George H. W. Bush

George H. W. Bush

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Rudolph Giuliani

Rudolph Giuliani

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

John McCain

John McCain

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Nelson Rockefeller

Nelson Rockefeller

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Hillary Clinton

Hillary Clinton

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Bill Clinton

Bill Clinton

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Lyndon B. Johnson

Lyndon B. Johnson

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr.

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Barack Obama

Barack Obama

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Nancy Reagan

Nancy Reagan

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The House I Live In (2012), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the past 40 years, the War on Drugs has accounted for 45 million arrests, made America the world's largest jailer, and destroyed impoverished communities at home and abroad. Yet drugs are cheaper, purer, and more available today than ever. Where did we go wrong?

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The House I Live In. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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