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Up Against the System

1969 · 20 min Documentary

People on welfare are rarely heard. What do they go through? How do they feel? How do concerned social and welfare workers feel about the welfare system? What is welfare supposed to do? In this film, welfare recipients and social case workers talk about the problems of being "up against the system." Part of the "Challenge for Change" series.

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Year 1969
Country Canada
Genre Documentary
Director Terence Macartney-Filgate
Runtime 20 min.

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Up Against the System is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1969. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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