Carts of Darkness 2008
“It feels like freedom.”
What is Carts of Darkness?
Carts of Darkness is a documentary film released in 2008. Produced by the National Film Board of Canada, the documentary was written and directed by Murray Siple.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 17, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada
- Studios
- ONF | NFB
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 16 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~60 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- ONF | NFB
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Overview
Carts of Darkness is a documentary film released in 2008. Produced by the National Film Board of Canada, the documentary was written and directed by Murray Siple. Set in the picture-postcard community of North Vancouver, the film follows a sub-culture of homeless men who endure hardships from everyday life on the streets. These men use shopping carts to collect bottles and cans as their primary source of income, returning them for deposit refunds. Beyond bottle-picking, filmmaker Murray Siple follows the men as they have turned collecting into the extreme sport of shopping cart racing, hurtling their carts down the city's steep slopes for thrills. The film takes a deep look into the lives of the men who race carts, highlighting the adversity they face and exploring the appeal of cart racing despite the risk. Ultimately, the documentary depicts street life as much more than the stereotypes portrayed in mainstream media, capturing a unique perspective on freedom and survival.
Should you watch it?
“Homeless men in North Vancouver transform the necessity of bottle picking into a high-speed extreme sport.”
- Provides an authentic look at street life beyond mainstream stereotypes.
- Features unique footage of high-speed shopping cart racing on steep city slopes.
- Explores the resilience and sub-culture of marginalized individuals in North Vancouver.
- The subject matter involves the hardships of homelessness which may be distressing for some viewers.
Watch it if you are interested in unconventional sub-cultures and stories of human resilience.
The film maintains a grounded, documentary tone with a pacing that balances personal interviews with the kinetic energy of racing sequences.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Carts of Darkness?
The film is available to watch on platforms such as Plex.
Is this documentary worth watching?
It is a critically recognized National Film Board of Canada production that offers a unique perspective on urban sub-cultures.
How long does it take to watch?
As a feature-length documentary film, it is intended to be viewed in a single sitting.
Are there multiple episodes to watch?
No, Carts of Darkness is a standalone documentary film rather than an episodic series.
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