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Few genres of the media have views that vary the way that television and the movie industry have; when it comes to marijuana use. Movies portray marijuana use as a casual habit and seldom show its repercussions. On the other hand television shows marijuana use a bad habit. Television portrays marijuana smokers as antagonists who are almost always punished for smoking. Over the years there have been dozens of anti drug commercials. Some of the commercials are embraced by popular culture. They differ greatly, from the “this is your brain on drugs” commercial; showcasing the proverbial egg and future Hollywood actress Julia Stiles. To the “we are dangerous we can make you delirious” duet sang by animated marijuana; which inspired rapper Busta Rhymes 1997 hit song “Dangerous”. Pro marijuana movies have also left their indelible mark on American society. Who could forget the 1997’s marijuana themed comedy “Half Baked”; which featured a huge variety of Hollywood stars ranging from the likes of Bob Saget to Snoop Doggy Dog. Or when a newly independent Kevin Spacey smoked marijuana and lifted weights; while relaxing in his garage in the hit film “American Beauty”. When Robert L. Dupont (former Director, National Ins