Skip to main content

Deep Dive: High as Mike (2019)

Play Trailer

Film Lens

High as Mike
Mike Gallagher, diagnosed with a brain tumour, travels across Australia to advocate for medicinal cannabis reform. His experiences reveal the stagnation in the Australian medical cannabis landscape and the difficulties patients face in obtaining relief. Through personal encounters and discussions with healthcare professionals, Mike raises awareness about the potential benefits of cannabis for those with similar medical conditions. The film emphasizes the urgent need for change in a medical system that struggles to adapt to evolving needs. With a focus on real-life implications, Mike's advocacy serves as a call to action for reform in medicinal cannabis prescriptions in Australia.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Mike Gallagher and his fight for cannabis reform.
  • •See how Australia’s medical cannabis system is stagnant.
  • •Find out about the potential benefits of cannabis for patients.

Did You Know

•Mike Gallagher is diagnosed with a brain tumour that threatens his sight.
•The film was directed by Craig Wilson and released in 2019.
•Olivia Newton-John is part of the cast, contributing to the film's message.
•The documentary has a runtime of 100 minutes.

Perfect For

Medicinal cannabis advocatesPatients seeking alternative treatmentsHealthcare policy reformers