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The film covers the CIA's LSD experiments, particularly focusing on an incident involving an army officer who jumped to his death from a tenth-floor apartment in Manhattan on 19 November 1953. This event occurred shortly after he participated in these experiments, which were part of a broader CIA program.
Using educational drug-scare films and archival material, the film presents the context of the CIA's activities during this period. It features notable figures such as Dick Cheney, Gerald Ford, and Donald Rumsfeld, providing insight into the political landscape surrounding these controversial experiments.
Why Watch
- •See the CIA's controversial LSD experiments in action.
- •Find out about the army officer's tragic death in 1953.
- •Meet key political figures involved in the CIA's drug program.
Did You Know
•An army officer jumped to his death on 19 November 1953 after LSD experiments.
•The CIA used educational drug-scare films as part of their LSD program.
•The film features prominent figures like Dick Cheney and Gerald Ford.
Perfect For
CIA historyLSD researchCold War events