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Hofmann's Potion: The Pioneers of LSD

Hofmann's Potion: The Pioneers of LSD

SEP 1, 2002 · 56 MIN · DIR. CONNIE LITTLEFIELD

Documentary

Long before Timothy Leary urged a generation to "tune in, turn on and drop out," lysergic acid diethylamide, or LSD, was being used by researchers trying to understand the human mind. This documentary is a fascinating look at the story of "acid" before it hit the streets. Featuring interviews with many LSD pioneers, Hofmann's Potion is much more than a simple chronicle of the drug's early days. With thoughtful interviews, beautiful music and stunning cinematography, it is an invitation to look at LSD, and our world, with a more open, compassionate mind.

Cast

  • Stanislav Grof

    Stanislav Grof

    Self

  • Albert Hofmann

    Albert Hofmann

    Self

  • Humphry Osmond

    Self

  • Ram Dass

    Ram Dass

    Self

  • Duncan Blewett

    Self

  • Abram Hoffer

    Self

  • Alfred M. Hubbard

    Self

  • Laura Archera Huxley

    Self

  • Ralph Metzner

    Ralph Metzner

    Self

  • Aldous Huxley

    Aldous Huxley

    Self

  • Timothy Leary

    Timothy Leary

    Self

  • Myron Stolaroff

    Self

Crew

Producer

Kent Martin