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1988•92 min•Horror, Science Fiction

The Brain

Is The Brain a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Brain worth watching? With a rating of 5.175/10, this Horror, Science Fiction film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Brain Synopsis

Dr. Blake runs a TV show called "Independent Thinkers", which is sort of a Scientology-like self-help/religion program. But he's not making his audience think any more independently - with the help of an alien organism he calls The Brain, he's using brainwashing and mind control. The only thing that stands between them and world domination is a brilliant but troubled high school student with a penchant for pranks...

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Top Cast

Tom Bresnahan
Tom BresnahanJim Majelewski
Cynthia Preston
Cynthia PrestonJanet
David Gale
David GaleDr. Anthony Blakely
George Buza
George BuzaVerna
Bret Pearson
Bret PearsonWillie
Christine Kossak
Christine KossakVivian
Bernice Quiggan
Bernice QuigganMrs. Driscol
Susannah Hoffmann
Susannah HoffmannBecky
Justine Campbell
Justine CampbellDoreen
Robert King
Robert KingMr. Sweeting

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Is The Brain worth watching?

The Brain has received mixed reviews with a 5.175/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Horror, Science Fiction movies.

Is The Brain hit or flop?

The Brain has received average ratings (5.175/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Brain?

The Brain is a Horror, Science Fiction movie that Dr. Blake runs a TV show called "Independent Thinkers", which is sort of a Scientology-like self-help/religion program. But he's not making his audien...

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