LSD-25

About This Movie

LSD-25 is this peculiar documentary that channels the fears of the 60s, particularly around the psychedelic movement. It’s narrated by a cartoonish LSD tab, which gives it a bizarrely playful tone despite its serious subject matter. The pacing is a bit disjointed, bouncing between students recounting their experiences and the dire warnings from various 'experts.' What stands out is how it presents LSD almost like a character itself; it’s both inviting and menacing. The practical effects used to depict the drug's influence are quite surreal, making it a distinctive piece of the era's educational cinema. You can’t help but feel the tension of that time when watching it, very much a product of its socio-political landscape.

LSD-25 has had a somewhat niche presence within collector circles, reflective of its era's anxiety about psychedelics. Original prints and screenings can be hard to come by, often traded among genre enthusiasts. Given its unusual approach and historical context, it garners interest from those who appreciate educational films and the socio-cultural commentary of the 1960s.