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Braindead

R19921h 43mPeter Jackson

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"Some things won't stay down... even after they die."

When a Sumatran rat-monkey bites Lionel Cosgrove's mother, she's transformed into a zombie and begins killing (and transforming) the entire town while Lionel races to keep things under control.

HorrorComedy
InfidelityPoisonNew ZealandAffectationReanimationZombieBack From The DeadMonkeyAttempted RapeCampy

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What is Braindead (1992) about?

When a Sumatran rat-monkey bites Lionel Cosgrove's mother, she's transformed into a zombie and begins killing (and transforming) the entire town while Lionel races to keep things under control.

Who stars in Braindead?

Braindead stars Timothy Balme (Lionel), Diana Peñalver (Paquita), Elizabeth Moody (Mum), Ian Watkin (Uncle Les), Brenda Kendall (Nurse McTavish). The film was directed by Peter Jackson.

How long is Braindead?

Braindead has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1992. It is rated R.

Where can I watch Braindead?

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