Crisis

"While highlighting one very real crisis, Jarecki’s film uncovers another, ongoing one – originality in American cinematic storytelling."

"This smart, clearly well-researched movie satisfies in some ways, feels diluted in others."

"Jarecki's tendency to streamline subplots doesn't make "Crisis" any less engaging, giving everything a pop, Michael Crichton-esque feel."

"Time and again, the film shortchanges the human elements of its stories for drug stats that can be Googled in a matter of seconds."

"Well-meaning but underwhelming."

"Something of a horror film, and not in a good way."

"It feels like research dressed as a drama."

"The issues - from addiction itself to the flawed incentives at institutions that might prevent it - demand a more expansive treatment."

"Meant to be hard-hitting, but it is completely soft-headed."