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Narcotics Story, The

The Narcotics Story (1958)

Drama | 75 minutes
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Genre: Drama / Documentary

Duration: 75 minuten

Alternative titles: The Dreaded Persuasion / Goofballs and Tea

Country: United States

Directed by: Robert W. Larsen

Stars: Art Gilmore

IMDb score: 5,0 (120)

Releasedate: 26 February 1958

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The Narcotics Story plot

A semi-documentary, which was initially used in the 1950s as an information film for the police. All kinds of drugs are discussed, with barbiturates being referred to as 'goofballs' and marijuana as 'tea'. The external characteristics of users are also highlighted. The underlying causes of drug use are also discussed. A young woman, ignored by her parents, is followed by the eye of the camera on her path to self-destruction.

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