The Addictive Sopers

Duration: 600

Year Published: 1978

Complete Record: Educational film about the Dangers of using methaqualone based prescription drugs (Quaaludes, soapers, downers, valume, etc.) This film takes place in Ohio in the late 1970's. Women and men a shown in the Hospital ER tied to their gurney while convulsing due to soaper withdraw. Janis Joplin look alike teen gives an angry testimonial. Drug dealer in ski mask discusses the details of his downer dealing business. Former users in shadows give testimonials while concealing their identitiy. several shots of pharmaceutical companies manufacturing plants. lots of shots of pills on the assembly line. being packaged and stored on shelves.