Dregs of the City: Los Angeles | Short Documentary

Los Angeles is full of drugs, insanity and apathy.
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Dregs of the City: Los Angeles is a short documentary that dives into the grossness that exists on the streets of LA both physically and psychologically. What was once deemed the City of Angels, a city that made dreams comes true, is now a place where dreams go to die.
As we move forward through the documentary, the audience will come to see the beauty in the destruction. This is a beauty that can only be seen by talking to the people that live in the dirt. The conversations being had are not something you'd usually see on KZbin.
From Skid Row, to Venice Beach, to Hollywood, we embark on a journey throughout the cement turmoil that is Los Angeles to find answers. In the midst of the chaos, we found fractioned answers, and we hope you take those fractions and fill the gaps with your imagination to make it whole.
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Co-Directors: 6 7 Kevin Kalb & Charles Leith
Producers: 6 7 Kevin Kalb, Charles Leith, Danny Golden & Marlee Metcalf
Editor: Charles Leith
Director of Photography: 6 7 Kevin Kalb
Camera Operators: 6 7 Kevin Kalb, Charles Leith, Danny Golden & Marlee Metcalf
Thumbnail Design by: 6 7 Kevin Kalb
News Sources:
MSNBC
KABC-TV - ABC 7 News Los Angeles
KTTV - FOX 11 News Los Angeles
Eric B Zink - KZbin
Ralph King - KZbin
SELFLESS ONE - KZbin
Music Used:
"Dope Man" by N.W.A.
"Deep Cover" by Dr. Dre ft. Snoop Dogg
"Going Back to Cali" by the Notorious B.I.G.
"Played Like a Piano" by King Tee
"Mind Playing Tricks on Me" by Geto Boys
"Keep Ya Head Up" by Tupac Shakur
"Foe tha Love of $" by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
"Do You Realize??" by The Flaming Lips
Please share if you enjoyed it!
00:00 Introduction
00:44 Drugs and Friendship
04:32 Homeless by Choice
08:22 Violence
10:34 Call a 5150
12:32 Homeless Women Problems
14:11 Corruption and Greed
15:39 Citizen Perspective
17:25 The Veteran
18:51 Born on Skid Row
21:55 The Crackhead
23:33 Closing Thoughts
24:31 Outro
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How long have voyeurs put their cameras in the faces of the least powerful who have no say in things changing? These voyeurs should put the cameras on those that pull the levers in this society. Playing that trite rap music for such profound issues is so amateurish, lazy and disrespectful.

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[@godsbloodyhammer7090]

Though I spent 2/3 of my life & consider the US my second home & I love everything about it. ... it just breaks my heart to see the present situation over there so, I moved to another place. .. so many problems bill, cops, substance abuse, contraband, petty politics. unfaithful relations .. I don't wanna raise my kids or family in the USA given the current situation.

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[@Effigy1999]

I became homeless at 13 and I never got on drugs. Today I am a data analyst. I realize that I have been blessed because I always wanted more for myself.

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I n s p i r a t i o n a l

[@Effigy1999]

@@JGDirtySouth8 Thank you.

[@holalars]

The chick said someone stole my violin, next dude sits with an violin. Life is strange

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Magari lo hanno fatto apposta sto scatto.. 😅😅

[@mannylamont5757]

That is strange. LOL!

[@Icewallowcome012]

I'm still unsure who stole it

[@thecaptain7238]

And she stole it from someone else.

[@quicklaughsbro]

"What do you like about him?" "Nothin, everything." That's love

[@Mongieboy]

She's awesome isn't she? ❤

[@burly636]

No, it’s not. That’s just convenience, dysfunction and loneliness That’s love. People are just as delusional as these people. I feel absolutely sick for them. Yeah, look where the love in this world has gotten us. We talk about it, but we haven’t got it in us.

[@gordocarbo]

@@burly636 Still plenty of us left that truly do...but in my 56 yrs havent come across it..only the illusion of.

[@king_reynolds1879]

The cinematography, the soundtrack, the production. These are REALLY good.

[@Andyy7444]

I’m originally from the south side of Chicago. It’s pretty rough and unforgiving in Chicago. But when I moved to LA I was legit in survival mode at times because how bad the streets were. I could feel it in the air. The tension, the agitated energy. It was on a massive scale.

[@private_ventures2592]

For real. Downtown L.A. feels like danger. Like, Spidey Senses going 24/7 kind of danger. Felt eyes on me the whole time

[@JGDirtySouth8]

Where were u at in LA?

[@Geordan419]

@@private_ventures2592facts it’s like gotham city. i’m from baltimore but living in dtla was an experience like no other. so scary. i’ve seen real live demons in the flesh. the hair on my arms is standing at attention just thinking about it.

[@godsbloodyhammer7090]

The moment BI_.M took all the elected positions in local & national government .. America went down in no time.

[@cherylschumaker1366]

Stop bussing the homeless around North America ....We have enough here...Mayor keep your problems in other words and do something to clean this problem up ..I understand it creates jobs but eriously you can do better...what you gonna do when Robots take over?? And come for your job Mayor stop all the corruption 🙏

[@hendo_froth]

This is a masterclass in Balance. The incredible soundtrack and clean film quality subconsciously lifts the harsh yet real subject manner giving the viewer an unparalleled snapshot into lives and voices sadly left in the shadows. Sending love and hope to those in need in the city. Thank you for this art

[@gonelucid]

It's awesome that youtube dang near gave up on copyright striking folks for music. Without that ability.. the songs would either need to be edited out or no monetization for the video used.

[@ReichRoller]

"Masterclass". Been seeing a lot of people saying that lately. Makes me want to say it to feel relevant.

[@natejewell8002]

As I turn out the lights and climb into bed in my apartment; your video plays. Not even 5 years ago I was in the same spot. I see a few familiar faces, especially in Venice.

[@Gingerblaze]

Glad you got out. Don't go back.

[@hawaiisidecar]

Keep putting these out. You have real talent.

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Thank you so much. Seriously appreciate it

[@lisaperry5999]

@@SIXSEVENstories New subscriber..nothing pretty about addiction and homelessness I worked for Sal army for about 6 years. I had people who had Masters, businessmen who had a family beautiful house made 6 figs a year. A head oncologist nurse made 80k..and addiction, alcohol and or mental illness took them down. Tragically the businessman, who had gotten a great job, left shelter, started drinking, lost job, and died one winter night in a tent by himself. His alcoholism killed him. I didn't know his back story until memorial service. There's no easy way out. But you can get out. There are many who would rather stay on street and hustle and boost for money for their addiction than clean up and pay bills. But there are exceptions especially now, with rents rising and pay staying same. Edit: plus the migrants/illegals are given precedence for shelters, housing, hotels doesn't help. At least the folks who want to get out of this lifestyle

[@VHGbham]

Great video! Keeping it real, and not promoting an agenda aside from creating awareness. No babbling voiceovers, just content. And that soundtrack? Best ever!

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Thank you! What a great compliment. Glad you enjoyed the soundtrack too!

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I agree! Great video, and the music 🎵🎶.. Perfect sound of FREEDOM!

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​@@xziztortheeternal6471that type of music promotes this life style

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The music choices is immaculate 👌

[@MrFrog_]

What a great documentary, beautifully presented and most importantly all about the people, no judgement, no personal views, pure reporting - how journalism should be.

[@SeaToSkyImages]

You guys truly capture a place and time. These videos will be come the new 'NYC in the 70s' in a few decades. A visual study of how messed up the 2020s were.

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Thank you! The cities around the country are suffering so much right now from drug addiction and so much more. Strange times

[@whendis.roberts9903]

​@@SIXSEVENstoriesMy Daughter passed away 16 months ago from Fentanyl overdose. She was my Best Friend. I'm devastated.She had a key to our Home and could have come home anytime. She addicted and I didn't see it . She was clean ,30 days before she passed. She left my home early August 2022 and passed away on September 9,2022. About 30 days after she left home.She was running with guys who were staying at a RV Park/Hotel...Called The Rock Rest here In Denver, Colorado off of 54th and Federal. Addiction sucks and it can and will take a person down quickly and many don't survive. My Daughter is my Best Friend. I will be with her again one day. Her Spirit is with me Always.

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You think it's getting better? Lol

[@Agent_Metapod]

Crazy good production. Not often do I watch anything longer than 10 minutes on youtube without skipping, I watched this one the whole way through.

[@francesvillegas1920]

Wow every song just fit every second of this video.. Props to who ever was apart of that.. It made the whole video.

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Thank you so so much that means a lot to us! And glad you enjoyed

[@lorriedre]

Agreed!!

[@LordUltraboost]

Un-freaking-believable short doc! You brought existence to those left behind while also showing the negatives and side effects of either bad choices or born into situations! I will continue to watch this channel grow for years to come!

[@bobsanderz3005]

This is great journalism and seriously well made

[@tomomahony6301]

Went to downtown LA for work, that was the first and last time I’ll go to LA.

[@Mongieboy]

11:27 "how did u end up here man?" "Greyhound." 😂

[@thegreatestmantoevrwlkthep9986]

Real

[@wrbWRX]

I just found your channel today and immediately watched both your documentaries and subbed. These are the best documentaries I’ve seen anyone do. The cinematography, music, just letting people talk and be themselves without putting yourself in every shot. Keep putting these out and your going to be huge.

[@RonFilco.9358]

You see a lot of "homeless" content on KZbin and get desensitized to a certain degree to it. This however, definitely captured the reality of it straight to the point, it was really well shot. Appreciate it!! 💪💪

[@SeanyJ420]

You deserve an award for this. Amazing work

[@h0ll9w]

this is fye, from someone who’s raised in la and have grown up in there. this felt real. you really have no idea what you’ll be in for going to skid row. I’ve seen people naked people with weapons, sex, literally everything but in plain view. Glad they made it out with all their nice film equipment. loved watching!

[@sleeplessaquarius]

👀👀👀 I was thinking the same thing about that expensive film equipment . Skid row is no joke .

[@gordocarbo]

You havent lived til you have had to sleep in MacArthur park. Those were some dark days, skid row at night is seriously crazy

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@@gordocarbo definitely, and fs, wouldn’t want to know.. funny, anytime being around there in night, must skate fast to not linger too long. feel for those who do live there. young especially. to add, even in daytime people are trying to kidnap others in la. in broad day. And when my friend was trying to explain the operation, after almost falling victim myself, you wouldn’t think it’d be women and men involved. This was during Covid when I witnessed that.

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It's infuriating to see disabled marines forgotten and left on the streets along with everyone else suffering from illnesses of the mind! Dear God something needs to be done for these people to get them some help

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Ur music selection is top notch ❤

[@echen2848]

Best documentary I've seen in a long while. Great camera work-just all around fabulous!

[@JoeyAnthonyGuerra]

I grew up there, lived in Cali for 25 years. When I go and visit my family the whole place has become a corrupted hell hole.

[@dieselphiend]

Can't believe homie kneeled on the ground to get that poop shot.

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I thought the exact same 💀💀

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How long have you been doing this? The production/soundtrack quality of your vids is better than channels with millions of subscribers and you only have under 2K. I subbed to you just for this vid alone and hope you blow up on here.

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Can't believe that there is only 2k subs, so beautifully shot and edited. I can't wait to see how far you guys go!

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Yeah, it's definitely early days for the channel but the quality of the vids is phenomenal

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Thank you! Hopefully more subs to come. We've got a lot more in store these next few months

[@E.P.1]

"Every human life is precious." Those words hit home. God bless them all!

[@kayliecarlino3030]

This is one of the best Skid Row documentary videos I've ever seen you see the different side of people when you just hang out with them and I feel like that's what you guys did

[@boofert.washington2499]

I like how you probably found one of those stolen violins lol. Great editing.

[@bucanonhaley]

Super well done. Tasteful. Respectful. Beautifully done. Excited to see more from you guys 🎉

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Plenty more coming soon! Thank you for watching

[@TooSkinnyKenny]

this is one of the best interviews I've seen in a long time. Really refreshing to see people freely admitting they are homeless by choice and that they enjoy using drugs.

[@JustDoinIt26]

Some of the best work I’ve seen since vice in the beginning. Capturing the raw n uncut like vice use to. Keep going, y’all got something.

[@scottnorris-tr8uq]

Ive been homeless off and on since 1978. Its so dangerous out here, every day im close to death. Sober now for a year. Many challenges, but sober, chances are ill be ok. God bless

[@aswarrior6365]

Great documentary. Instantly Subscribed. Cant wait to see more of your work and I’m going to check out all the other ones to. I grew up in So Cal

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This video all around top tier from the content to the quality and the way it was put together

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The Production is the best I’ve seen when it comes to watching these interviews. This is Great!

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This channel is fantastic! Great film work, editing and also a good taste in music...

[@johnnyferguson9052]

I grew up in Cali & around Gang/Drug culture!! I really appreciate the music & the way you shot & edited this.. Very accurate & the people’s mentality.. feels just like home..

[@tgighhhghhvnhg6122]

Self pity and lack of accountability and decisions is a lethal combo... NOBODY is exempt...👎🏻

[@danteybarra8368]

Well done. Great, shots, music and production. The interviews were a up close and personal perspective a lot haven’t seen. You guys are humanizing these individuals, which is informative and educational. Great work.

[@sirjames7800]

This documentary is so vivid! Beautiful pictures and sceneries. Gives you the first person view of the real world. Well done! I will be looking forward for the next episode.

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Thank you! Next one should be out in just under 2 weeks

[@notsocrates9529]

The music glamorizes this lifestyle in a way I cannot describe or articulate. What a depressing sight, watching videos of LA from the 1950s and 1960s breaks my heart. What have they done to my state?

[@tezzingtonsir28]

The music glamorizes being homeless? Are you nuts?

[@notsocrates9529]

@@tezzingtonsir28 How would you feel if you did not have breakfast this morning?

[@tezzingtonsir28]

@@notsocrates9529 What is the point of your question. I usually don't have breakfast in the morning. I have lunch around 12pm. You said the music glamorizes the homeless lifestyle. How?

[@notsocrates9529]

@@tezzingtonsir28 15:02

[@tezzingtonsir28]

@@notsocrates9529 How does the music at that time stamp glamorize homelessness? Please explain

[@omegarift]

Wow this truly is one of the most tasteful documentary's ive seen on this subject. Stellar Job

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Such a great documentary, well made and put together. Good job. Got yourself a sub and i hope many more to come.

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Man why is this channel not more famous??!! Im.from.New Zealand and came.across this by accident,and damn glad i did, professionally produced by the OGs

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Thank you so much! Hopefully in due time

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Yes I'm from NZ I agree

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Wow, this is so well done. Keep up the great work!

[@fatougaye7637]

Couldn’t help but subscribe. Amazing documentary! Thank you for bringing this to our screens in the comfort of our homes.

[@kennethcarlson1938]

Come to Kensington, in Philadelphia,PA we have similar problems here. Fentanyl has taken over the streets of North Philly and it’s cut with Tranq, so it’s a part of the city full of “Zombies” great video great music and editing. I was entertained the entire time. Thank yoy

[@DumpsterFairy97]

Baltimore is exactly the same. Idk why people only mention Kensington 😂 bmore is literally the heroin capital except its no longer heroin

[@Fitlifebysneha]

Absolutely raw, real and brilliant. I watched a lot of videos about the drug problem in LA but this was by far the best one.

[@gordocarbo]

The dope problem is global...meth is everywhere and cheap. Left one of the best areas in northern LA county as we started having break ins broad daylight. Dope...where do you go anymore.

[@jasonmartin1775]

Best videos I've seen on these gritty topics. You guys nailed it. Love the soundtrack. I hope you make more videos like this. Kensington?

[@imuwe]

Just discovered your channel. It's my favorite, topicwise: short, INTERESTING, spot on! Also love your taste in music and choice of songs 😉!

[@PatrickCharlesjpc]

A life lived with no structure, rules and discipline, is a life with a false sense of freedom.

[@gordocarbo]

After putting in my 40 yrs most days I can do that. Its called retirement

[@zach_streams]

DUDE the ending with one of my favorite Flaming Lips songs 🥰😭 powerful!!

[@cheayunju]

That guy on the piano and then the violin is some intense music. It's delicate and rough.

[@323life]

I enjoyed the production value, it was nicely done. I think it's important to be documenting downtown LA these days, Hollywood as well. Telling that story for the world to see.

[@westystixx107]

Both of your DOCS are very well put together 👌🏾

[@OGakadatguy]

I subbed like two minutes into watching this, will be watching SF Dregs next and I am looking forward to seeing more of your content. The juxtaposition of the music with the stories is indescribable!

[@NikiT44]

Beautiful work, I’ve watched plenty of videos pertaining to skid row. But your work puts a different perspective and tone. Keep it up

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Over 100k views in 2 days👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼.. What I tell ya.. 😁You "built it" now they're coming.. Absolutely thrilled for you guys. Fantastic production 🎉🎉🎉

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Hahaha thank you so much. Seriously! We'll keep on keeping on

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Overwhelmingly well made documentary!!!❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 Subbing off this video alone!!!👍👍

[@user-bb2nb5lj9j]

Wow this was an amazing documentary, well edited and the music in the back round top notch love it

[@BBoyBiff]

This is absolutely excellent what fantastic production, keep up the great work

[@koffinkat666]

Nice work here. I think it is so terrible how this society can turn away from these people. Fact is some people are Born broken or Made that way, Either way we have to have compassion and not just think we can call them all 'lazy' because the truth is it's a whole lot more complicated than that most of the time.

[@wankercranker]

so sick and tired of people always looking for the government to fix their problems.. nobody owes anyone anything! You want roof over your head then work for it bitch!

[@rt66vintage16]

I feel compassion, but I know that we can't change anyone's perspective.

[@thatfieryhometeamred8315]

They mostly chose their lifestyles

[@Manuelabor1978]

That is a small percentage you speak of. Majority of them lookin for handouts and playing the part.

[@koffinkat666]

Hmm you seem to be a psychic, Why not use your power for good then?@@Manuelabor1978

[@nicswish4206]

Great video brother… you should do more videos about the harsh realities of certain topics. Little short documentaries just like this 😊

[@SIXSEVENstories]

That's the plan! For the Dregs series we will be going all over the country, and on top of that we will also be doing other short docs on other subjects here soon

[@bulldogbounce3519]

Awesome video brother. You're better than many of the other guys. Got you a new fan.

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Thank you and thank you for watching

[@BBTHEIT]

most accurate description ive seen yet good job guys

[@deebojones2777]

51/50 is 72 hour psychiatric evaluation. 52/50 is two week psychiatric evaluation.

[@manamedia]

Well put together guys - the shit zoom in was something you don't see in a lot of these videos, but it definitely is part of the street scene in LA, NY and SF - every where.

[@Shadyraven7]

whew philly too ngl there's always shit on a sidewalk somewhere specially in Kensington

[@gordocarbo]

Remember, as a 70s kid going through Frisco...even back then the stench of piss was everywhere.

[@darkerarts]

Fantastic documentary. Soundtrack is shockingly good, characters are amazing and some the video work is outstanding . 10/10

[@thomasjackson8389]

Look forward to next episodes thanks for this

[@LeeHarveyOswaldStyle]

This was a wild one. Great work.

[@davesocialmedia9241]

Enjoyed this well done!!

[@dlaz90]

Beautifully edited and filmed. Great great video. Thanks

[@stephaniemartuccio8822]

Just found your channel today and im hooked! Awesome job guys!

[@stephendoughty3798]

This whole thing is outstanding nothing cut out or sanitized the real deal real people

[@lizetted5781]

Love it !! Wish it was longer. 😅

[@MOB_JD]

Glad I'm here to see your channel rise. Road to 5,000

[@yolandagoode9411]

One of the best documentaries I've seen in a while.💯

[@neemarie]

I thoroughly enjoy your videos and editing… love love love them!

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Thank you so much! Appreciate the compliment and support

[@neemarie]

@@SIXSEVENstories I’m eager to see more… so good

[@SIXSEVENstories]

can't wait for you to see and thank you so much for subscribing to the Patreon!@@neemarie

[@shalombrother4350]

"Stay in kids!" Wait....what? "Stay in school kids" Oh, ok.....😮

[@ChannelName567]

I just subbed this channel is gonna be big love from the Netherlands

[@SIXSEVENstories]

Appreciate you! Big love from the US

[@vickythefist7062]

Love the tunes. .!! Forgot how much I loved these tracks .going to be downloading them straight away 😂

[@SinfulSquirrel]

Back in 06 07 I lived in those streets of skidrow it was bad then but it grew so much now its crazy seeing the streets again brought back lots of memories..

[@michellelloyd4811]

A fantastic short but powerful and searing, gritty look at those who are down and out. I always say, too, that homelessness and addiction can happen to ANYONE. 2:47 .

[@spannaspinna]

It won’t if you don’t do drugs , it’s that simple

[@Cruella333]

best video i've seen on this topic this far!!

[@1993yaeger]

Fantastic work!

[@ChakraKhan666]

the zero compassion or empathy we have all been through hard times and we are not all on drugs

[@sitindogmas]

reminds me of some of the beauty that was the 90s. some magic in the air and life on the streets. great video man

[@skyeduncan8580]

Well done!!! Amazing all around.

[@JuatABoredStoner]

KZbin algorithm is on point tonight. This was an amazing mini doc.

[@user-bj4cu7uu5k]

This is a masterpiece! Nice job and really looking forward to seeing more of your content

[@matoturcinovic]

Great video. 👍

[@williampatterson2358]

very well put together docs well done

[@scaredy-cat]

No pride, no self motivation, no hope

[@matty5304]

More people need to see this.

[@thegreatestmantoevrwlkthep9986]

Then what