Dope

High school geek navigates dangerous LA underbelly

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About Dope

Released: 2017

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 3 Seasons

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About Dope

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- About - Making / Production - Actors - Trivia / Interesting Facts - Awards - Quotes - Music, Soundtrack

About

Dope is a docuseries that premiered on Netflix in 2017. The TV show delves into the world of drug trafficking and law enforcement's efforts to combat it in various cities and countries. Each episode focuses on a different aspect of the drug trade, offering a riveting and often gritty look at the complex dynamics involved.

Making / Production

The series was created by documentary filmmaker Joe Berlinger, known for his work on projects like the Paradise Lost trilogy. Berlinger and his team employ a mixture of interviews, real footage, and reenactments to provide an in-depth exploration of the drug trade.

Actors

  • Joe Berlinger - Creator and Director

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • The episodes in Dope cover a range of locations, from the streets of Detroit to the jungles of Honduras, providing a global perspective on the drug trade.
  • The series tackles sensitive and controversial topics, showcasing the impact of drug trafficking on communities and individuals.

Awards

Dope has garnered critical acclaim for its raw and unflinching portrayal of the drug trade. It has notched up nominations for several documentary and television awards.

Quotes

  • "The drug trade is a complex web that affects people from all walks of life." - Joe Berlinger
  • "Dope sheds light on the dark underbelly of society, revealing the harsh realities of the drug trade."

Music, Soundtrack

  • The soundtrack for Dope features a mix of gritty, atmospheric music that complements the intense and suspenseful tone of the series.