BrainWaves
“They have violated the human mind.”
Synopsis
After a traffic accident Kaylie is in coma for months and her doctors want to try a new procedure on her. To regain her consciousness, they stimulate her brain with the neural patterns of a woman who has just died. It works and Kaylie fully recovers. However, she begins to relive the dying moments of her donor and realizes that she was murdered! Along with her husband and mother, she tries to find out what happened.
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Brainwaves (1983) Roadshow Home Video Australia Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-10-02
Top Cast
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Keir Dullea
Julian Bedford
Suzanna Love
Kaylie Bedford
Vera Miles
Marian Koonan
Tony Curtis
Dr. Clavius
Ryan Seitz
Danny Bedford
Percy Rodriguez
Dr. Robinson
Paul Willson
Dr. Schroder
Eve Brent
Mrs. Simpson
Nicholas Love
Willy Meiser
Corinne Wahl
Leila Adams (as Corinne Alphen)
Phillipe Carr
Doctor
Roger Burgraff
Speech Therapist
Michael DeFrancisco
George
Jason Fong
Grocery Clerk
Diane Doucette
Therapy Nurse
Jessie Gordon
ICU Nurse
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cincinnati, OH
Festival / Special Debut
August 5, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1986
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ulli Lommel
- Screenplay & Story
- Ulli Lommel
- Original Score
- Robert O. Ragland
- Original Title
- BrainWaves
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Production Studios
- CinAmerica
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ulli Lommel
Ulli Lommel
Robert O. Ragland
Jon Kranhouse, Ulli Lommel
Richard S. Brummer
Charles Aperia, Gary Gillingham, Tim Nielsen, Ulli Lommel
Department Leadership Roster
Ulli Lommel
Director
Tom Oblak
Stunt Coordinator
Ulli Lommel
Writer
Robert O. Ragland
Original Music Composer
Ulli Lommel
Producer
Richard S. Brummer
Editor
Jon Kranhouse
Director of Photography
Ulli Lommel
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About BrainWaves
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What is BrainWaves about?
After a traffic accident Kaylie is in coma for months and her doctors want to try a new procedure on her. To regain her consciousness, they stimulate her brain with the neural patterns of a woman who has just died. It works and Kaylie fully recovers. However, she begins to relive the dying moments of her donor and realizes that she was murdered! Along with her husband and mother, she tries to find out what happened.
Who directed BrainWaves?
BrainWaves was directed by Ulli Lommel.
Who stars in BrainWaves?
The principal cast of BrainWaves includes Keir Dullea, Suzanna Love, Vera Miles, Tony Curtis, Ryan Seitz.
When was BrainWaves released and how long is it?
BrainWaves was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.
Who composed the musical score for BrainWaves?
The original motion picture soundtrack for BrainWaves was composed by Robert O. Ragland.
What is the age rating and content advisory for BrainWaves?
BrainWaves holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).