Crack USA: County Under Siege is a 1989 American documentary film directed by Vince DiPersio and Bill Guttentag.

Summary

An examination of the crack epidemic alongside difficulties faced by the community and law enforcement agencies combating it.

Production

Filmed in West Palm Beach, Florida in eight weeks with a cinema verite approach, it was eventually broadcast on HBO as part of America Undercover.

Accolades

It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

References

External links

  • Crack USA: County Under Siege at IMDb

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