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Drug Addiction
1951·Movie
Drug Addiction fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Nostalgia5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Satire & Parody3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
History, crime, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Novelty5
- World Immersion4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Character Depth6
- Complexity6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing5
- Cinematography4
- Music Composition4
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
LowHistory, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around history, crime, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion4Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Direction4Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Psychedelic6Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
Marty, a "good boy," experiments with marijuana and experiences "profound mental and emotional disturbances." As in all anti-drug films of this vintage, marijuana leads straight to "H," and Marty's decline continues until he is busted, rehabbed and reformed. Drug Addiction's stilted view of the urban drug culture and unrealistic portrayals of stoned slackers make it entertaining viewing today. It belongs to that little-known "second wave" of anti-drug films, the postwar scare stories about middle-class kids overcome by junkiedom. What this wave of films reveals is that drugs were an issue for white adolescents long before the psychedelic Sixties, and that the official response to the threat expressed a general, not specifically targeted paranoia.
Anti-Drug PropagandaCautionary TaleExploitation FilmMarijuanaDrug Addiction1950sSocial CommentaryUrban Drama
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Is Drug Addiction worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 4.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Drug Addiction rated?
Drug use
Content advisories: drug use.
How long is Drug Addiction?
0 h 20 min
Drug Addiction runs 0 h 20 min.
What language is Drug Addiction in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.