WEED (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1971, WEED is a documentary film directed by Brian Kellman, running about 23 minutes.
What it’s about. This 1971 color anti-drug use and abuse film was produced by Concept Films and directed by Brian Kellman for Encyclopedia Britannica. “Weed: The Story of Marijuana” combines time-lapse, montage, illustrations, animation (by Paul Fierlinger and emigre Pavel Vošický) and dramatized, documentary-style interviews to survey the evolving role of cannabis in U.S. society, with emphasis on the legal risks faced by young people. A unique score of experimental synthesizer music is provided by Tony Luisi on an EMS VCS 3 “Putney”
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, WEED has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch WEED page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch WEED (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for WEED change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is WEED worth watching?
- WEED holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was WEED released?
- WEED was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 23 minutes.