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First it controls your mind. Then it destroys your body. - Videodrome
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Title: Videodrome

Release Date: 4 Feb 1983

Runtime: 1h 28m

Genre: Horror, Science Fiction, Mystery

Director: Guardian Trust Company, Filmplan International, Canadian Film Development Corporation

Production Companies: Guardian Trust Company, Filmplan International, Canadian Film Development Corporation

Overview: As the president of a trashy TV channel, Max Renn is desperate for new programming to attract viewers. When he happens upon "Videodrome," a TV show dedicated to gratuitous torture and punishment, Max sees a potential hit and broadcasts the show on his channel. However, after his girlfriend auditions for the show and never returns, Max investigates the truth behind Videodrome and discovers that the graphic violence may not be as fake as he thought.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.3 (2226 votes)

Cast

  • Max Renn: James Woods
  • Nicki Brand: Debbie Harry
  • Bianca O'Blivion: Sonja Smits
  • Harlan: Peter Dvorsky
  • Barry Convex: Leslie Carlson
  • Brian O'Blivion: Jack Creley
  • Masha: Lynne Gorman
  • Bridey: Julie Khaner
  • Moses: Reiner Schwarz
  • Raphael: David Bolt
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