The Department
Movie| Title | The Department |
| User score | 0 |
| Release date | Nov 11, 2021 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Sascha Ettinger-Epstein |
| Production country | Australia |
| Production companies | Shark Island Productions |
| Run time | 89 min. |
THE DEPARTMENT is a feature documentary which takes us inside the never-before-seen child protection system at work in NSW. Filmed in an observational style, it follows caseworkers across the state as they navigate the complexities of keeping children safe in families experiencing domestic violence, addiction, poverty, mental health issues and intergenerational trauma.
Videos
The Department – Trailer – SFF 21
Oct 6, 2021