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Dirty Pictures

2010·Movie
1h 30min·PG-13
63
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A , documentary: .

Good for friends night · drop-in friendly · thought-provoking

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There are no casual experiments.

Alexander 'Sasha' Shulgin is the scientist behind more than 200 psychedelic compounds including MDMA, more commonly known as Esctasy. Considered to be one of the the greatest chemists of the twentieth century, Sasha's vast array of discoveries have had a profound impact in the field of psychedelic research. 'Dirty Pictures' delves into the lifework of Dr. Shulgin and scientists alike, explores the world of these scientists; their findings and motivations, their ideas, and their beliefs as to how research in this particular field can aid in unlocking the complexities of the mind.
Psychedelic Science DocumentaryBiographical PortraitChemistry & ConsciousnessCultural History of MDMAScientific InquiryPhilosophical ExplorationCounter-Culture LegacyEducational NarrativeMind Expansion

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Is Dirty Pictures worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 7).

Is Dirty Pictures okay for kids?

PG-13

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (7 of 10) and dialogue centrality (6 of 10) more than on its plot.