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Brainstorm

1983-09-30 · 106 min · ★ 6.2

Science Fiction · Thriller

Two brilliant research scientists have invented a device capable of recording and playing back sensory experiences only to have devastating results when one of them records their own death.

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Directors
Douglas Trumbull
Production companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 18,000,000
Revenue
USD 10,219,460

Top Cast

Christopher WalkenChristopher WalkenMichael Brace
Natalie WoodNatalie WoodKaren Brace
Louise FletcherLouise FletcherLillian Reynolds
Cliff RobertsonCliff RobertsonAlex Terson
Jordan ChristopherJordan ChristopherGordy Forbes
Donald HottonDonald HottonLandan Marks
Alan FudgeAlan FudgeRobert Jenkins
Joe DorseyJoe DorseyHal Abramson
Bill MoreyBill MoreyJames Zimbach
Jason LivelyJason LivelyChris Brace
Darrell LarsonDarrell LarsonSecurity Technician
Lou WalkerLou WalkerChef
Stacey Kuhne-AdamsAndrea
John HughAnimal Lab Technician
Ira David Wood IIIBarry (as David Wood)
Keith ColbertDr. Ted Harris
Jerry BennettDr. Janet Bock
Mary Fran LymanRealtor (as Mary-Fran Lyman)
Jack HarmonSecurity Guard
Nina AxelrodNina AxelrodSimulator Technician

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