The Last Cigarette
Originally released in 1999. The Last Cigarette is a documentary film. directed by Kevin Rafferty. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In 1994, the Health and Environment Subcommittee of the US Congress, chaired by Henry Waxman (D-California), held a hearing on tobacco products and health. Excerpts from the hearing, where the CEOs of the four US tobacco companies testified, are interspersed with clips from movies, educational films, TV commercials, and other promotional materials. Among the topics addressed in the hearing: are cigarettes the single most dangerous consumer product, how many people die annually in the US from smoking, is nicotine addictive, should smoking be banned in public places, do tobacco ads target children? This historic hearing is referenced in the 1999 film, "The Insider."
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 2, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
3.8/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Last Cigarette about?
In 1994, the Health and Environment Subcommittee of the US Congress, chaired by Henry Waxman (D-California), held a hearing on tobacco products and health. Excerpts from the hearing, where the CEOs...
Who directed The Last Cigarette?
The Last Cigarette was directed by Kevin Rafferty.
How long is The Last Cigarette?
The Last Cigarette has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was The Last Cigarette released?
The Last Cigarette was released on December 2, 1999 in theaters.