A sequel to Mel Brooks' "History of the World, Part I" is in the works. The original movie in 1981 covers a lot of territory, including when cannabis prevented citizens from being overwhelmed by Roman soldiers.
Super Freak Rick James is a complicated figure in cannabis history. This is clear from the opening and ending song, "Mary Jane," in the new Showtime documentary, "Bitchin': The Sound and Fury of Rick James."
Ross Ulbricht wanted to change the world. The creator of the Silk Road website is the subject of the "Silk Road" biopic. For several years before it was shut down, Silk Road allowed consumers to buy drugs on the Internet anonymously. Then Ulbricht was arrested.
Movies that feature marijuana and other drugs continue to be a Hollywood staple. This year was lean on stoner comedies and heavy on druggy dramas, along with plenty of documentaries to choose from.
CelebStoner's annual year-end stoner movie guide covers plenty of territory, from comedies and druggy dramas to pot and music documentaries. This year's favorites include "The King of Staten Island," "Bill & Ted Face the Music" and "The Trial of the Chicago 7."
