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Painkillers

1h 23m2019Roxy Shih
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"The cure is the curse"

After a terrible car crash in which his son dies, a brilliant surgeon becomes prey to unbearable physical pain, and it can only be eased by the taste of human blood. When he encounters a man who claims he can help him get his life back, he embarks upon a nightmarish journey through which he will either have to come to terms with his pain… or become a monster.

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SurgeonCar CrashGuiltDead SonDrinking Blood

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What is Painkillers (2019) about?

After a terrible car crash in which his son dies, a brilliant surgeon becomes prey to unbearable physical pain, and it can only be eased by the taste of human blood. When he encounters a man who claims he can help him get his life back, he embarks upon a nightmarish journey through which he will either have to come to terms with his pain… or become a monster.

Who stars in Painkillers?

Painkillers stars Tate Birchmore (Brian), Adam Huss (John Clarke), Madeline Zima (Chloe Clarke), Mischa Barton (The Girl / Sarah Mendelsohn), Naomi Grossman (Nurse Sheralyn). The film was directed by Roxy Shih.

How long is Painkillers?

Painkillers has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2019. It is rated N/A.

Where can I watch Painkillers?

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