The Brood

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The Brood
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R,1hr 32min
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May 25, 1979
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MGM
Synopsis: Canadian director David Cronenberg followed his graphic vampire variation Rabid with this multi-layered, speculative horror film which addresses the way the repressed demons of the psyche can force their way to the surface. Psychologist Dr. Raglan (Oliver Reed), director of the controversial Psychoplasmic Institute and author of the book "The Shape of Rage," encourages his patients to outwardly manifest their anger and fear (aided by some experimental drugs), which then takes physical shape as actual ... Full Synopsis
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Throughout his career, David Cronenberg has uncovered new, often grotesque ways of externalizing the repression and alienation of contemporary life. Rarely, though, has he taken as restrained a route as he does with The Brood. The director introduces the central premise of his story -- mutation as therapy -- in the first sequence, but its full implications are mapped out only in stages, culminating ... Full Review
Featured Cast
Dr. Hal Raglan
Nola Carveth
Frank Carveth
Candice Carveth
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"The Fly" (1986) Director David Cronenberg's early films like "Shivers," "The Brood" and...
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