Entertainment
Substance abuse is a prevalent theme in movies, TV shows and more. We offer news and commentary on how the addiction recovery topic is conveyed in pop culture media.
The Extreme Life of Evan “Bullet” James
By Joanne ChuDespite a spotty criminal record, Bullet is still roaming where he once ruled—only this time he’s busting down doors to motel r... Continue Reading
Despite a spotty criminal record, Bullet is still roaming where he once ruled—only this time he’s busting down doors to motel r... Continue Reading
Laughter Through Tears: Why ‘Mom’ is More Than Just a Comedy
By Joanne ChuWe speak with Gemma Baker, co-creator of TV-sitcom "Mom," regarding the show's successful third season and the powerful role of... Continue Reading
We speak with Gemma Baker, co-creator of TV-sitcom "Mom," regarding the show's successful third season and the powerful role of... Continue Reading
7 Crucial Things to Take Away From ‘Chasing the Dragon’
By Rose LockingerThe creators of this film took care to keep this film authentic, and give a real glimpse into the lives of people who have been... Continue Reading
The creators of this film took care to keep this film authentic, and give a real glimpse into the lives of people who have been... Continue Reading
Jessica Sula of Recovery Road: ‘It’s Important to Have a Story on TV That Isn’t Just About Being an Addict’
By Joanne ChuFreeform’s new scripted drama 'Recovery Road' gives audiences a rare opportunity to follow the ups and downs of someone living ... Continue Reading
Freeform’s new scripted drama 'Recovery Road' gives audiences a rare opportunity to follow the ups and downs of someone living ... Continue Reading
What 'Prescription Thugs' Actually Reveals About America
By Rose LockingerHere's a film review of Chris Bell's "Prescription Thugs," a 2016 documentary on the state of prescription drug abuse in America. Continue Reading
Here's a film review of Chris Bell's "Prescription Thugs," a 2016 documentary on the state of prescription drug abuse in America. Continue Reading
5 Timeless Films About Addiction and Recovery
By Dominica ApplegateWhen you've got a desire to sit down with a good movie and feel inspired, here are 5 must-watch classics that may even teach yo... Continue Reading
When you've got a desire to sit down with a good movie and feel inspired, here are 5 must-watch classics that may even teach yo... Continue Reading
Author Blake Nelson on Recovery Road and Teen Addiction
By Joanne ChuHe's written several popular young adult novels, but his most recent one to hit the small screen tells a powerful story about t... Continue Reading
He's written several popular young adult novels, but his most recent one to hit the small screen tells a powerful story about t... Continue Reading
'AMY' MOVIE REVIEW: A Glance in the Dark
By Nina BradshawDirected by Asif Kapadia, the documentary on Amy Winehouse gives an up close and personal look at the rise and fall of a broken... Continue Reading
Directed by Asif Kapadia, the documentary on Amy Winehouse gives an up close and personal look at the rise and fall of a broken... Continue Reading
5 Reasons Don Draper Drinks on Mad Men
By Tess ChedseyEveryone at Cooper Sterling Draper Price (CSDP) drinks but Don Draper drinks to the point where he endangers his business, fami... Continue Reading
Everyone at Cooper Sterling Draper Price (CSDP) drinks but Don Draper drinks to the point where he endangers his business, fami... Continue Reading
9 Super Bowl Commercials with Recovery Messages
By Dominica ApplegateThink you can't get a valuable life message from a Super Bowl commercial? Think again. Continue Reading
Think you can't get a valuable life message from a Super Bowl commercial? Think again. Continue Reading
