

Through a Blue Lens
1999, English. Directed by Veronica Alice Mannix.
This documentary, set in the Lower East End of Vancouver's downtown core, is a pretty honest account of life on the streets in urban Canada. It is aimed at educating high school kids on the dangers of addiction to hard drugs and is the brainchild of a group of city police officers who videotape their interactions with local homeless personalities.
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- 0h 52m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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- Released
- 20 November 1999
- Country
- Canada
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Through a Blue Lens: quick answers
What comes after Through a Blue Lens?
Next in the series: Tears for April: Beyond the Blue Lens (2007).
Is Through a Blue Lens worth watching?
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How long is Through a Blue Lens?
Through a Blue Lens runs 52 minutes (0h 52m).
Does Through a Blue Lens have a post-credits scene?
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Through a Blue Lens parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Through a Blue Lens on?
Through a Blue Lens isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Through a Blue Lens?
If you liked Through a Blue Lens, try Heroin(e), Cobain: Montage of Heck, All the Beauty and the Bloodshed.
Who directed Through a Blue Lens?
Through a Blue Lens (1999) was directed by Veronica Alice Mannix and stars April Reoch.