Traffic (2000)

Plot Summary

A gripping crime drama that intricately weaves multiple storylines involving the illegal drug trade in America. It explores the complexities of the drug war from various perspectives: a conservative judge, a DEA agent, a drug lord, and an innocent housewife. With its multiple interwoven narratives and stellar performances, it provides a thought-provoking and intense portrayal of the far-reaching impact of the drug trade in contemporary America.

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Certification

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Awards

Golden Globes, USA (2001)

Golden Globe 2001

Nominated

Best Motion Picture - Drama

Golden Globe 2001

Winner

Best Screenplay - Motion Picture

Stephen Gaghan

Berlin International Film Festival (2001)

Golden Berlin Bear 2001

Nominated

Golden Berlin Bear

Steven Soderbergh

Teen Choice Awards (2001)

Teen Choice Award 2001

Nominated

Film - Choice Breakout Performance

Erika Christensen

BAFTA Awards (2001)

BAFTA Film Award 2001

Winner

Best Screenplay - Adapted

Stephen Gaghan

BAFTA Film Award 2001

Nominated

Best Editing

Stephen Mirrione

Academy Awards, USA (2001)

Oscar 2001

Winner

Best Film Editing

Stephen Mirrione

Oscar 2001

Nominated

Best Picture

Edward Zwick Marshall Herskovitz Laura Bickford

Oscar 2001

Winner

Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material Previously Produced or Published

Stephen Gaghan