Mind Benders
“Controlling a mind is a dangerous thing!”
Synopsis
Two "Normal" teenagers - they cut classes, get into fights and are never far from their Walkman headsets - notice a sudden change in their fellow students. No one is able to explain this zombie-like behavior which, at the command of an unseen alien, makes them punish transgressors with merciless violence.
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Top Cast
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Roy Thinnes
Principal Borden
Skip Lackey
Frankie Lawrence
Lee Tergesen
Crash Hopkins
David Kener
Calvin Howell
Miranda de Pencier
Julie Freeman
Bill Curry
Dr. Gunbow
Robert Dubac
French Teacher
Brian Rabey
Mr. Frommer
Steve Dunnington
Coach
Alecia Munn
Miss Knight
Nathalie Gaulthier
Lauren
Frank Potvin
Steve
Robert Mercier
Mark
Keith Connor
Roy
Sophie Lanza
Ginette
Leslie Sellers
Rosalie
Merrily Gauthier
Merrily
Sylvie Hachey
Nikki
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Genie Joseph
- Screenplay & Story
- Genie Joseph, Skip Lackey
- Original Title
- Mind Benders
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Genie Joseph
Genie Joseph, Skip Lackey
Genie Joseph
Jack Bravman, Pierre Grisé
Department Leadership Roster
Genie Joseph
Director
Genie Joseph
Writer
Skip Lackey
Writer
Genie Joseph
Editor
Pierre Grisé
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mind Benders
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What is Mind Benders about?
Two "Normal" teenagers - they cut classes, get into fights and are never far from their Walkman headsets - notice a sudden change in their fellow students. No one is able to explain this zombie-like behavior which, at the command of an unseen alien, makes them punish transgressors with merciless violence.
Who directed Mind Benders?
Mind Benders was directed by Genie Joseph.
Who stars in Mind Benders?
The principal cast of Mind Benders includes Roy Thinnes, Skip Lackey, Lee Tergesen, David Kener, Miranda de Pencier.
When was Mind Benders released and how long is it?
Mind Benders was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Mind Benders?
Mind Benders holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.