Pay or Die (2023 film)
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| Cinematography | Scott Alexander Ruderman |
| Edited by | William Edward Rogers |
| Music by | T. Griffin |
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| Distributed by | MTV Documentary Films |
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Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Pay or Die is a 2023 American documentary film, directed and produced by Scott Alexander Ruderman and Rachael Dyer. It explores three families struggling to afford insulin, and their attempts to make a difference. Sarah Silverman serves as an executive producer.
It had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 11, 2023, and was released in a limited release on November 1, 2023, by MTV Documentary Films, prior to streaming on Paramount+ on November 14, 2023.
Plot
[edit]Three families struggle to afford insulin, one family battles lawmakers in Minnesota to regulate insulin prices, following the death of their son who was unable to afford the medication, a mother and daughter rebuilding their lives after spending their money on insulin, and a young adult diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.[1]
Production
[edit]In February 2022, it was announced Rachael Dyer and Scott Alexander Ruderman would direct the film, with Sarah Silverman set to executive produce.[2]
Release
[edit]The film had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 11, 2023.[3][4] Shortly after, MTV Documentary Films acquired distribution rights to the film.[5] It was released in a limited release on November 1, 2023, by MTV Documentary Films, prior to streaming on Paramount+ on November 14, 2023.[6]
Reception
[edit]On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 91% of 11 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 6.9/10.[7]
References
[edit]- ^ Carey, Matthew (March 9, 2023). "SXSW First Look: Sky High Cost Of Insulin Threatens Lives In Competition Documentary 'Pay Or Die'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 5, 2023.
- ^ Rose, Lacey (February 1, 2022). "Sarah Silverman to Produce Doc About America's Insulin Crisis (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved October 5, 2023.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (January 11, 2023). "SXSW Lineup Includes 'Dungeons & Dragons' On Opening Night, 'Evil Dead Rise', Eva Longoria's 'Flamin' Hot', A24's 'Problemista' & More". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 5, 2023.
- ^ "Pay or Die". South by Southwest. Retrieved October 5, 2023.
- ^ Carey, Matthew (May 30, 2023). "MTV Documentary Films Acquires Rights To 'Pay Or Die,' Powerful Film On Americans "Held Hostage" By High Cost Of Insulin". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 5, 2023.
- ^ Morfoot, Addie (October 5, 2023). "MTV Documentary Films Releases Trailer for 'Pay Or Die,' Documentary Oscar Contender About Insulin Crisis (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved October 5, 2023.
- ^ "Pay or Die". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
External links
[edit]- Pay or Die at IMDb