Weed

Duration: 864 ft.

Year Published: 1971

Creator: Concept Films inc.

Copyright: Registered 3Mar71 · MP21567 (Jan-Jun 1971) Copyright holder: Concept Films; Inc Production company: Concept Films

Complete Record: Synopsis: Traces the use of marijuana throughout the world from 3000 B.C. to the present, and compares past attitudes toward Marihuana with informed opinions today. Opening scenes show 17-year-old Charlie Johnson being arrested and booked for possession of Marihuana. Emphasizes social and legal implications of conviction on charges of Marihuana possession, pointing out that in 29 of the United States, conviction constitutes a felony. Tests show Marihuana’s effects on memory, judgment, coordination, and driving. States that long-term effects will not be known for at least 10 years.