Double show for cult movie

A 1930s propaganda film that became a cult hit screens Aug. 27 at Nanaimo Centre Stage.

A 1930s propaganda film that became a cult hit screens Aug. 27 at Nanaimo Centre Stage.

Reefer Madness, originally released as Tell Your Children, revolves around the melodramatic events that ensue when high school students are lured by pushers to try marijuana.

The results range from a hit-and-run accident, to manslaughter, suicide, attempted rape and descent into madness.

The film screens at 9 p.m. and midnight. Tickets $5 at www.gigtickets.ca.

Nanaimo News Bulletin