The read
It runs a compact 1h 5m.
Synopsis
With the 2010 Olympics approaching, will the world get to know Vancouver's darkest secret? 'Streets of Plenty' chronicles one man's perilous journey to live in Vancouver's downtown east side ghetto. The rules of this twisted social experiment? Starting with only a pair of underwear, he must survive the harsh winter streets for 31 days. He has no money, no friends, no family, and most importantly, no home. He must navigate the institutions, policies and services alongside the thousands of people that call Vancouver's streets home.
Ratings
IMDb6.1/10
2 audience votes
Cast
- Misha KleiderHimself - Narrator
- Gregor RobertsonHimself - Interviewee
- Gabor MatéHimself - Interviewee
- Thomas KerrHimself - Interviewee
- Liz EvansHerself - Interviewee
- Anita PalepuHerself - Interviewee
- Will SmallHimself - Interviewee
- Kurt PreinsburgHimself - Interviewee
Themes
canadahomeless personhomelessnessvancouvercollege studentmiddle class boywhite privilege