"Reefer Madness" (1951 film)

"Reefer Madness" (1951) is a propaganda film that dramatizes the supposed dangers of marijuana use. It portrays exaggerated consequences, such as violence, insanity, and even death, to warn viewers against drug consumption. The film was originally made to scare teenagers into abstaining from marijuana, but it became widely criticized for its melodramatic and false portrayal of drug effects. Today, it is often viewed as a satirical or camp classic, highlighting the exaggerated fears and misconceptions about marijuana during its era.