Playing the Machines

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Released March 24, 2009

Overview

Video lottery addiction is a serious problem in Canada, but does the government's need for revenue mean the enormous social costs are being ignored? This is a story about a society hooked on gambling and the people trying to force lottery corporations to come clean and take responsibility for what's happening to people whose lives are being devastated by Playing Machines. Also at the center of the story, a pugnacious Canadian Actor, John Dunsworth (Trailer Park Boys), who's gambling addictions nearly destroyed his career.

Runtime

1h 0m


Budget

$313,402


Origin Country

Canada


Original Language

English


Original Title

Playing the Machines


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Canada

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

  • logo for Morag Loves Company

    Morag Loves Company

    Canada

Crew

Posters

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