Absinthe (2010)

Absinthe: was it inspiration or destruction, a symbol of artistic genius or a path to madness? The documentary ABSINTHE explores the enduring fascination with this spirit, revealing the truth behind its clouded history. For a century, absinthe has inspired both admiration and fear. The film follows absinthe's journey from its 18th-century origins in Switzerland, through its popularity in Parisian cafes during the Belle Époque, its eventual prohibition, and its modern-day resurgence. Through interviews with historians, writers, distillers, collectors, and enthusiasts, ABSINTHE clarifies the legend of the world’s most famous cult beverage.