While I know that THE BAD SEED is probably the cinematic grand parent of what some of my present day film buddies call the "Twisted Kidder" genre, I have not yet seen it, and don't know if I ever will see it.

Don't know if I want to see it, despite my enjoyment of Twisted Kidder films.

I did read the novel and the script of the stage play.

one reason that I am wary of watching the film is the too long (for me) running time.

I know it was the favorite film of John Waters (before or after FASTER PUSSYCAT, KILL! KILL! was his favorite film?)