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Videodrome
“First it controls your mind. Then it destroys your body.”
7.2 / 10• 1983• 1h 28m•R• English
HorrorScience FictionMystery
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
James Woods
Max Renn
Lead
Debbie Harry
Nicki Brand
Sonja Smits
Bianca O'Blivion
Peter Dvorsky
Harlan
Leslie Carlson
Barry Convex
JC
Jack Creley
Brian O'Blivion
Lynne Gorman
Masha
Julie Khaner
Bridey
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. David Cronenberg's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Videodrome is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
