An agent of the anti-drug brigade is captured and ends up addicted to marijuana, which causes him to enter the mafia. One of many propaganda films made in the 1930s to warn of the use of this drug.
Should you watch this? If you are a fan of unintentional comedy and historical curiosities, you will love Marihuana. If you are looking for a grounded drama or anything approaching a realistic take on addiction, steer clear. This is pure, unadulterated fear-mongering from an era that didn't know what it was dealing wit...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
José Bohr
Wilfred Lucas
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"Should you watch this? If you are a fan of unintentional comedy and historical curiosities, you will love Marihuana. If you are looking for a grounded drama or anything approaching a realistic take on addiction, steer clear. This is pure, unadulterated fear-mongering from an era that didn't know what it was dealing with, and it shows. The whole thing feels like a fever dream. You start with this government agent who is supposed to be the pinnacle of moral authority. One smoke later and he's pra..."
José Bohr, Xavier Davila
Mexico
Crime, Thriller, Drama
