documentary Archives – The College View

“Take Your Pills” documentary focuses in on Adderall abuse

April 18, 2018

One is tempted to go on the dark web and purchase a few bottles of the pills themselves. Or even book a psychiatric appointment and fake their way to a nice, gift wrapped diagnosis and prescription. They make it seem so easy.

Lady Gaga documentary showcases singer’s battle with chronic injuries

November 29, 2017

Lady Gaga has a voice. She has an emotional, stunning singing voice, and an articulate way of communicating that allows her to be not only a role model but also a voice for those without.

Sex and Drugs: Life in the red light zone

November 15, 2017

I was a 16-year-old addicted to drugs. Now, I’ve got three beautiful children, that live with my mum, because I can’t look after them,” Kayleigh says, looking directly above the camera and into the producer’s

BBC’s ‘Overshadowed’ – the truth about eating disorders

October 25, 2017

The BBC’s new mini-series “Overshadowed” casts a unique light on the issue of eating disorders, a topic that is usually kept hidden in darkness. Imogene, a young Irish vlogger living in England, decides to

Review: Between Land and Sea

April 19, 2017

Roaring waves crash against the ragged cliffs. Seagulls sail on wild Atlantic gusts. Tiny black specks paddle across the white foam on their surf boards, only to be heaved over the lip of a towering

REVIEW: The Armstrong Lie

February 19, 2014

The sporting world’s biggest ever lie is examined in Alex Gibney’s new documentary. Gary Grimes reviews.