SPEEDY FACT: 1932 Amphetamine was first marketed as ‘benzedrine’ by Kline & French, in an over-the-counter inhaler to treat congestion. In the tradition of Serpico and Blue Murder, SPIKE UP offers a sobering meditation on police ethics and responsibility; and examines the power of institutional evil to permeate the individual. Winner of the 2007 AFI Award for Best Short Fiction Film – SPIKE UP is a searing, hardboiled Australian drama exploring themes of family, friendship, sin and redemption. Video Rating: 4 / 5