Ett förgiftat liv

About This Movie

Ett förgiftat liv is a raw dive into the gritty realities of addiction in Sweden. A sequel of sorts to Dokument 65, it revisits the lives of former participants, peeling back the layers of their struggles with substance abuse, decades later. The tone is stark and unflinching, almost voyeuristic, which might unsettle some viewers. The pacing is deliberate, allowing for a deeper reflection on the long-lasting scars left by addiction. There’s a haunting atmosphere throughout, underscored by the personal stories that feel both intimate and universal. The practical effects are minimal, focusing instead on the raw performances of real people, which adds to the film’s authenticity. It’s a document of lives lived at the edge, where hope and despair coexist.

Documentary about drug addiction in SwedenSequel to Dokument 65Focus on real-life experiences of former addicts