The Department (2021)

Life on the front line of child protection.

The Department (2021) poster

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.

Director: Sascha Ettinger-Epstein
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 89 min
Release Date:
Music: Helena Czajka
Editing: Mathew Evans, Sally Fryer
Production: Shark Island Productions
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

homelessness, poverty, child protection

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Department about?
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.
Who directed The Department?
The Department was directed by Sascha Ettinger-Epstein.
How long is The Department?
The Department has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
What genre is The Department?
The Department is a Documentary film.
Where was The Department produced?
The Department was produced in Australia.