About the Film – A Bucket of Blood (1959):

In this razor-sharp black comedy, a hapless busboy in a bohemian café accidentally discovers that murder can make him a star in the avant-garde art world. Directed by Roger Corman and written by Charles B. Griffith, A Bucket of Blood skewers the pretensions of beatnik culture while delivering campy thrills and biting satire. Clocking in at just over an hour, it’s a brisk, bizarre ride into the dark side of artistic ambition.

Each CCC event includes:

• A curated pre-show starting at 6:00 PM, programmed by the Fountain Theatre’s head projectionist Austin Sothern-Wolf,

• A film introduction and post-screening discussion hosted by Julia Smith,

• Movie trivia, raffles, and themed giveaways to make each screening even more interactive and fun,

• $5 admission – no membership required, though film lovers are encouraged to join the mailing list for updates and bonus content.

Doors close promptly at 6:30 PM, when the screening begins. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the pre-show, grab their seats, and join in the movie-themed fun.

To join the Cult Cinema Club mailing list or learn more about upcoming screenings, email Julia Smith at CultCinemaClub@MesillaValleyFilm.org.