JUNKIE

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JUNKIE – A Documentary by Hawaii Fivo & Sean Toal

What makes someone a drug addict?

JUNKIE is a bold, unflinching documentary that rips away the stigma and asks the real questions.

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About the Film

Scotland has the highest drug death rate in Europe. But behind every statistic is a story.

JUNKIE dives deep into the heart of Glasgow’s addiction crisis, exploring how trauma, environment, poverty, prison, and failed policy create a perfect storm.

Co-created by Hawaii Fivo—a former addict, ex-con, and now artist—and ADDICTION WORKER Sean Toal—who spent 15 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit—the film combines lived experience with raw storytelling.

This isn’t just another drug documentary. It’s a mirror held up to society.

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Voices That Matter

Through emotional interviews and gritty real-life footage, JUNKIE gives the mic to the people most affected:

• Former addicts rebuilding their lives

• Families left behind

• Professionals fighting on the frontlines

• Activists pushing for policy reform

This film humanises addiction—and forces viewers to confront the systems that keep people trapped.

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Why It Matters

This film is more than a documentary—it’s a wake-up call.

Whether you’ve lived it, witnessed it, or judged it, JUNKIE will challenge what you think you know about addiction.

We explore:

• Childhood trauma and its lasting impact

• The revolving door between prison and the streets

• Scotland’s failing drug policies

• Solutions like harm reduction and recovery-led support

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Upcoming Screenings

🔥 Glasgow Premiere

📍 Venue: Cumbernauld Lanternhouse Theatre

📅 Date: 4th August 2025

🎟 Tickets available on Eventbrite

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Get Involved

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• Book a presentation premier for your school, college, university and/or workplace with the filmmakers

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Behind the Scenes

Created independently by SUMBOY Productions, JUNKIE was filmed across Glasgow’s most affected communities. Every frame reflects lived experience. Every shot tells a story.​

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THE HERALD

"Any head-teacher concerned about drug-taking amongst their pupils should arrange for a special showing of Junkie. It could change young lives"

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DAILY RECORD

"We expose systems that are failing Scotland"

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