The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place
Synopsis
This film describes the 1960s drug culture. Addicts discuss their experiences in the United States and in Vietnam. Dr. Stanley Yolles, director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), talks about the drug culture and the NIMH role in prevention and treatment. The tape describes growth in the use of marijuana and heroin. In 1966, the Narcotic Addict Rehabilitation Act is the first law to give the addict a choice of treatment or jail. Synanon in California is a private, self-help, residential community that helps people deal with their addictions. New York's Daytop Village works not only with addicts on addictions, but on developing a new lifestyle. Methadone, though still experimental, has proved to be an effective treatment for heroin addiction.
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"The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place" 1969 Drug Education
Type: Clip • Published 2019-11-18
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 23, 1970
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Templeton
- Screenplay & Story
- Dan Peterson
- Original Title
- The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 23m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Templeton
Dan Peterson
Department Leadership Roster
William Templeton
Director
Dan Peterson
Writer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place about?
This film describes the 1960s drug culture. Addicts discuss their experiences in the United States and in Vietnam. Dr. Stanley Yolles, director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), talks about the drug culture and the NIMH role in prevention and treatment. The tape describes growth in the use of marijuana and heroin. In 1966, the Narcotic Addict Rehabilitation Act is the first law to give the addict a choice of treatment or jail. Synanon in California is a private, self-help, residential community that helps people deal with their addictions. New York's Daytop Village works not only with addicts on addictions, but on developing a new lifestyle. Methadone, though still experimental, has proved to be an effective treatment for heroin addiction.
Who directed The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place?
The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place was directed by William Templeton.
Who stars in The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place?
The principal cast of The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place includes Rod Steiger.
When was The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place released and how long is it?
The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 23m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place?
The Distant Drummer: Bridge from No Place holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).