Videodrome (1983)
First it controls your mind. Then it destroys your body.
Starring James Woods, Sonja Smits, Debbie Harry
Directed by David Cronenberg
As the president of a trashy TV channel, Max Renn is desperate for new programming to attract viewers. When he happens upon 'Videodrome,' a TV show dedicated to gratuitous torture and punishment, Max sees a potential hit and broadcasts the show on his channel. However, after his girlfriend auditions for the show and never returns, Max investigates the truth behind Videodrome and discovers that the graphic violence may not be as fake as he thought.
Runtime: 88 min.
Rating: 7.3
DVD Special Edition
Languages: English
Countries: Canada
Genres: Horror,Mystery,Science Fiction
Keywords: suicide,paranoia,black market,hallucination,tv station,radio presenter,toronto, canada,virtual reality,dystopia,insanity,sadomasochism,brainwashing,cult film,pittsburgh, pennsylvania,snuff film,pirate broadcast
Cast
Max Renn
Bianca O'Blivion
Nicki Brand
Harlan
Brian O'Blivion
Masha
Bridey
Moses
Raphael
Rena King
Barry Convex
Brolley
Japanese Salesman
Japanese Salesman
Matron
Sidewalk Derelict
Newscaster
Woman Caller
Bellydancer
Max Renn in helmet (uncredited)