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Drugs commonly shown in such films include cocaine, heroin and other opioids, LSD, cannabis (see stoner film) and methamphetamine. There is extensive overlap with crime films, which sometimes treat drugs as plot devices to keep the action moving. The following is a partial list of drug films and the substances involved.
Jun 26, 2024 · Directed by Neil ArmField. Adapted from Luke Davies 's 1998 novel Candy: A Novel of Love and Addiction, the late Heath Ledger sees the star as a heroin addict alongside Abbie Cornish, who goes ...
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Jul 22, 2024 · 15. Cherry (2021) Cherry (Tom Holland) doesn’t choose the healthiest coping mechanisms when returning from Iraq with PTSD: drugs and robberies. In order to fund his growing opioid addiction, young Cherry resorts to looting a string of banks. Eventually, the only way Cherry is able to get clean is in prison.
- Addiction & The Hays Code Era
- Drugs & The Post-Code Era
- Just Say No & Film
The years between 1930 and 1950 marked the Production Code or Hays Code era in Hollywood. It was named for Will Hays, the devout Presbyterian head of the Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of America. Appalled by the anything-goes silent era—which was rife with risque and controversial films and the scandalous antics of some movie stars—and ...
The next era that affected the way addiction and drug use were depicted in films was the period that followed the Hays Code. Released from the Code’s restrictions, films began to become more permissive. ● The Man With The Golden Arm (1955) painted a compassionate picture of a recovering addict struggling to stay clean and sober. Addiction was recog...
The 1980s brought a shift in public perception once more and the beginning of the Just Say No Era. Films during this period replaced the sympathetic addicts of the previous decade with surreal sensationalized films like Altered States (1980). The film showed the dark fantastic results of a scientist’s foray into hallucinogenic drugs. Films like Sid...
5 days ago · Touted as a must-watch collection of drug addiction movies, this list is curated by film enthusiasts who appreciate the raw, emotional, and often disturbing portrayals of addiction. Made for anyone interested in understanding the grim realities of drug abuse, the list relies on the votes of a vast community to determine the most impactful films, making sure only the cream of the crop earn a spot.
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Aug 16, 2024 · Reasons to Watch if You're Interested in Great Drama Movies About Drugs and Addiction: Boogie Nights delves into the hedonistic world of the 1970s adult film industry, showcasing how drug abuse and addiction played a significant role in its rise and fall. With an ensemble cast led by Mark Wahlberg and Julianne Moore, this critically acclaimed drama offers a nuanced look at how fame, fortune ...
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Oct 4, 2024 · Drugs Portrayed: Marijuana, Cocaine, MDMA. 54 is a 1998 American drama film written and directed by Mark Christopher, about Studio 54, a world-famous New York City disco club, the main setting of the film. It stars Ryan Phillippe, Salma Hayek Neve Campbell and Mike Myers as Steve Rubell, the co-founder of the club.
