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A Cat in the Brain

"Hitchcock invented the thriller… Fulci perfected it!"

August 8, 1990 1h 33m 5.7/10 (153 votes)

Originally released in 1990. A Cat in the Brain is a horror/comedy film. directed by Lucio Fulci.

Starring Lucio Fulci, David L. Thompson, and Jeoffrey Kennedy

Synopsis

The master of Italian horror, Lucio Fulci, stars as... Lucio Fulci, a filmmaker with a reputation for gruesome horror films. His body of work has started to plague his mental state, and he is haunted by the grotesque set-pieces his mind has conjured up during his career. His psychiatrist, Egon Schwarz, uses a hypnotised Fulci as an avatar to carry out his own disturbed fantasies, in hopes of ruining the master’s reputation once and for all.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 8, 1990 35 years ago
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Runtime 1h 33m 93 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (153 votes)
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Budget $100K Production budget
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Language Italian Original language
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Country Italy Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT
Budget
$100,000

Production Companies

  • Executive Cine TV

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Cat in the Brain about?

The master of Italian horror, Lucio Fulci, stars as... Lucio Fulci, a filmmaker with a reputation for gruesome horror films. His body of work has started to plague his mental state, and he is haunt...

Who directed A Cat in the Brain?

A Cat in the Brain was directed by Lucio Fulci.

How long is A Cat in the Brain?

A Cat in the Brain has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).

When was A Cat in the Brain released?

A Cat in the Brain was released on August 8, 1990 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Cat in the Brain?

The main cast of A Cat in the Brain includes Lucio Fulci, David L. Thompson, Jeoffrey Kennedy, Malisa Longo, Paola Cozzo.

Is A Cat in the Brain worth watching?

A Cat in the Brain has a user rating of 5.7/10 based on 153 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.