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POPPIES: Odyssey of an Opium Eater
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Tags for this FilmOpium, Poppies, Pods, Drug, Addiction, Detzer, Heroin, Poppy

Film Overview

Directed By: David Bertelsen
Written By: David Bertelsen/Nick Rish
Release Date: 2011-12-15
Running Time: 1:33
Content Rating: R18 (Restricted)
DVD Region: All Regions
Media Format: DVD-R
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audio Language(s): English
Genres: Drama >> Biography :: Drama >> Tearjerker
Influences: Requiem for a Dream // Breaking Bad (Television Series)

Synopsis

Based on a true story, award winning feature film, “POPPIES: Odyssey of an Opium Eater” tells the fascinating true life saga of a reformed heroin addict who discovers opium poppies growing in his backyard. While having to deal with this new found addiction, he must risk his life to save an innocent child. David Bertelsen plays the likeable leading role in this truly
extraordinary film. Adapted from the autobiography of Pacific Northwest resident Eric Detzer, this film spins a tale that is so unique it could only be true.

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Awards

  • Winner, Award of Merit, The Accolade Competition
  • Winner, Director's Choice Cash Award, Gig Harbor Film Festival
  • Award Nominee, Independent Spirit Award, Sedona Film Festival
  • Award Nominee, Social Commentary Award, Action On Film Festival

Festivals

  • Louisville Film Festival
  • Breckenridge Film Festival
  • Kansas City Film Festival
  • Prescott Film Festival
  • Sedona Film Festival
  • Action On Film Festival
  • Gig Harbor Film Festival

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