A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES 1956: THE BAD SEED

Friday, October 2, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. PDT

Bowen Island Community Centre

Published by Bowen Island Community Recreation

Ages Any Registration fee $9.52 Bowen Island Film Society and Bowen Recreation Present: The Bad Seed (1956) The Bad Seed (1956) | Runtime: 129 minutes | Director: Mervyn LeRoy | Starring: Nancy Kelly, Patty McCormack, Eileen Heckart A chilling psychological thriller and one of Hollywood’s most unsettling dramas, The Bad Seed explores the question of whether evil is inherited or learned. The film follows a seemingly perfect young girl whose charming appearance hides a much darker nature, leaving her mother to uncover the disturbing truth behind a shocking incident. Based on the acclaimed stage play by Maxwell Anderson and the novel by William March, The Bad Seed is renowned for its suspenseful storytelling, haunting performances, and exploration of morality, family, and human nature. Nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Nancy Kelly and Best Supporting Actress for Patty McCormack, this classic thriller remains a fascinating and provocative example of 1950s cinema. Doors at 6:00 PM | Film starts at 6:30 PM View Recreation’s Refund and Financial Assistance Policies.