Opium(2022)

Storyline

"Religion is opium," said Marx; this film, five short stories in genres from comedy to social issues and dystopian sci-fi, attempts to examine the religious situation in India from multiple perspectives.

“Faith, future, and five stories collide.”

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Trivia

• The film's title 'Opium' is a direct reference to Karl Marx's famous quote 'Religion is the opium of the people', which inspired its five-story structure.
• Director Aman Sachdeva also served as the film's writer and editor, handling multiple key creative roles himself.
• It was shot on location in India with a relatively small crew and budget, typical of many independent films.
• The movie blends genres like comedy and sci-fi to explore serious social and religious themes in a unique way.
• Despite its 2022 release, the film had a very limited theatrical run and is more widely known through streaming platforms.
• One of the sci-fi segments presents a dystopian future where technology and faith collide in a speculative setting.
• The ensemble cast features several actors known primarily for their work in Indian television and indie cinema.