Topic: Drug Use on Film

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Drug use has been depicted in the movies for decades. A quick internet search of “list of drug films” will reveal hundreds of movies. Arguably, the best depiction of drug use and users in film is found in the film Requiem for a Dream (2000).

Discuss your views on how drug use is depicted in film.
In general, do you think that movies celebrate or warn against drug use?
What movies would you suggest people see to warn them of drug use?
Which ones would you avoid suggesting? Why?