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Streets of Plenty (2010)

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.

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Top billed cast

  • Photo of Misha KleiderMisha KleiderHimself - Narrator
  • Photo of Gregor RobertsonGregor RobertsonHimself - Interviewee
  • Photo of Gabor MatéGabor MatéHimself - Interviewee
  • Photo of Thomas KerrThomas KerrHimself - Interviewee
  • Photo of Liz EvansLiz EvansHerself - Interviewee
  • Photo of Anita PalepuAnita PalepuHerself - Interviewee
  • Photo of Will SmallWill SmallHimself - Interviewee
  • Photo of Kurt PreinsburgKurt PreinsburgHimself - Interviewee

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