Public Domain Movies | Reefer Madness
The plot of "Reefer Madness" centers around a group of young people who become ensnared in the world of marijuana use, which is depicted as leading to moral degradation, insanity, and criminal behavior.
The story follows the lives of a clean-cut, all-American couple, Bill and Mary, who live a seemingly idyllic life. However, their lives take a dark turn when they are introduced to a party where marijuana is being used. The film portrays marijuana as a "killer weed" that lures unsuspecting young people into addiction and crime.
As Bill and Mary become regular users of the drug, their behavior becomes increasingly erratic and unhinged. Bill descends into madness and crime, while Mary's life unravels as well. The film suggests that marijuana leads to violence, sexual promiscuity, and a complete breakdown of morality (1936).
Director: Louis J. Gasnier
Stars: Dorothy Short, Kenneth Craig, Lillian Miles
