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The Brain (1988)

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Mind over matter

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...

Cast & Crew

Director
Ed Hunt
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    Jim Majelewski Tom Bresnahan
  • Profile picture of Cynthia Preston
    Janet Cynthia Preston
  • Profile picture of David Gale
    Dr. Anthony Blakely David Gale
  • Profile picture of George Buza
    Verna George Buza
  • Profile picture of Christine Kossak
    Vivian Christine Kossak
  • Profile picture of Susannah Hoffmann
    Becky Susannah Hoffmann
  • Profile picture of Robert King
    Mr. Sweeting Robert King
  • Profile picture of Kenneth McGregor
    Mr. Woods Kenneth McGregor

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