US (1970)
HIPPIE ERA DRUG ADDICTION & ABUSE EDUCATIONAL FILM
This experimental 1970 color documentary film, ostensibly designed to provoke classroom discussion employs a boldly unconventional approach to addressing the issues of drug addiction, featuring the music of Canadian singer-songwriter Bruce Cockburn. The film eschews narration for montage effects and extended fly-on-the-wall scenes of various drug users in conversation.
Director: Kris Paterson
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 27 min
Release Date: January 23, 1970
Screenplay
Production: Churchill Films
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
drug abuse, heroin, drug scene, marijuana, drugs, educational, teenage rebellion, peer pressure
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is US about?
- This experimental 1970 color documentary film, ostensibly designed to provoke classroom discussion employs a boldly unconventional approach to addressing the issues of drug addiction, featuring the music of Canadian singer-songwriter Bruce Cockburn. The film eschews narration for montage effects and extended fly-on-the-wall scenes of various drug users in conversation.
- Who directed US?
- US was directed by Kris Paterson.
- How long is US?
- US has a runtime of 27m (27 minutes).
- What genre is US?
- US is a Documentary film.