Cannabis has always been a popular topic in the world of cinema, so in this article we've decided to compile a brief compilation of feature films: three movies about marijuana and three documentaries about CBD.
We have made this distinction because what marijuana causes is very different from what what CBD doesThe former is used as a drug, while CBD is used for medical, aesthetic, and even culinary purposes. And you'll also notice this duality in the way each title addresses the topic.
3 movies about marijuana
From drama to comedy, many films feature marijuana as a central theme. Here are three.
Green is Gold
A little-known film in Europe, it stands out for its deep dramatic content: a story told through the eyes of a 13-year-old boy who, with his father recently imprisoned, is forced to live with his older brother, a cannabis producer.
The Garden of Joy
Marijuana is treated very differently in this film, where its cultivation is de-dramatized from a humorous perspective, as can be deduced from its title. It shows a woman who, after losing her husband, decides to set up a cannabis plantation in her garden... until she decides to set it on fire.
Up in Smoke
Another classic comedy, this time with a more explicit stoner twist. Starring two friends and musicians, it showcases their crazy adventures, guaranteeing a hilarious laugh track.
Nowadays, the cannabis plant has been associated with its consumption through inhalation, so much so that several writers have dedicated space to it in their films. Such is the case of journalist and writer Hunter Thompson, who wrote his most famous book. “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas” which was later adapted into a film by Terry Gilliam, tells the story of the travels of journalist Raoul Duke, who carries all kinds of drugs in his suitcase. Meanwhile, in the film American Beauty (1999) They use marijuana without any sense, in their plot they refer to it as genetically modified by the United States government, however, Lester Burnham (Kevin Spacey) pays his neighbor Ricky Fitts (Wes Bentley) $2,000 for a whole bag. On the other hand, the filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar, has used cannabis as a recurring element in the plot of his films such as: Between Darkness, Matador and Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down! Specifically in his film Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (1988) uses Cannabis as a sleeping pill.
3 documentaries about CBD
Documentary filmmaking has also extensively addressed cannabis. Initially, to unravel the dark activity behind its illegal trafficking. But increasingly, projects are focusing on the other side of this plant: CBD, which is already being exploited in the medical world.
What If Cannabis Cured Cancer
Its translated title would be "What if cannabis cures cancer?" One of the first documentaries to address the therapeutic benefits that the cannabis plant could provide, once THC, the component that causes marijuana's psychotropic effects, has been eliminated.
GrassRoots: The Cannabis Revolution
This British-produced documentary delves into the positive effects of cannabis for medicinal purposes and addresses the potential consequences its legalization could have for society.
Canapa Nostra
An Italian documentary whose title is a play on words: "canapa" is Italian for "hemp," and "Cosa Nostra" is the name of the notorious Sicilian mafia organization. However, the perspective is far removed from the criminality, seeking "a fascinating journey to rediscover this plant."
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