What is Brainscan?
Brainscan is a 1994 American science fiction slasher film directed by John Flynn and written by Andrew Kevin Walker. The film stars Edward Furlong as Michael Brauer, a lonely teenage horror fan and video gamer who escapes into horror movies.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1994
- Release date
- Apr 22, 1994
- Genres
- Horror, Science Fiction
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10
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Brainscan is a 1994 American science fiction slasher film directed by John Flynn and written by Andrew Kevin Walker. The film stars Edward Furlong as Michael Brauer, a lonely teenage horror fan and video gamer who escapes into horror movies. The cast also features Frank Langella, Amy Hargreaves, Jamie Marsh as his best friend Kyle, and T. Ryder Smith. Kyle tells Michael about a new computer game that is described as the most frightening experience on the planet. Michael plays the new immersive and hypnotic computer game where he becomes a psychopathic killer, but when he emerges, he finds that the murder has actually happened. The movie has a runtime of one hour and thirty-six minutes and was released in the United States on April 22, 1994.
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“A gripping exploration of horror and science fiction that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Brainscan holds a community rating of 6.1/10. It offers engaging Horror, Science Fiction for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Brainscan and when was it released?
Brainscan is a feature film with a runtime of 110 minutes. It was released in 1994.
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