Question 1

What real-life murder case inspired the anti-marijuana propaganda in Reefer Madness?

Accepted Answer

The film was inspired by the case of Victor Licata, who killed five family members with an ax in 1933 while allegedly under marijuana's influence. This case was used to support the Marijuana Tax Act of 1937.

Question 2

How did Reefer Madness become a cult classic in later decades?

Accepted Answer

It became one of the earliest cult comedy hits during the golden age of midnight movies, with theaters near colleges running special late-night weekend screenings.

Question 3

What alternative titles were used when Reefer Madness was distributed regionally?

Accepted Answer

Distributors used the alternative titles 'The Burning Question' and 'Tell Your Children' in addition to 'Reefer Madness,' depending on the region.

Question 4

What festival screened Reefer Madness decades after its release?

Accepted Answer

The film was screened at the São Paulo International Film Festival in 1985.

Question 5

What unusual feature was added to the 2004 special-edition DVD release?

Accepted Answer

The 2004 DVD featured outrageously non-realistic colorization with characters exhaling brightly colored pastel smoke, plus a satirical commentary track by Michael J. Nelson.

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