Review of Scanners (1981) by Deadly V — 09 Feb 2013

Could have been stronger in several key areas but is still worth seeing.

This review of Scanners (1981) was written by Deadly V on 09 Feb 2013.

Scanners has generally received positive reviews.

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By Michael W (3,003) on 28 Feb 2017

Scanners: B+ In my humble opinion, one of the most underrated horror films of the great 80's…

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By Robbie K (147) on 01 Sep 2017

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By Chuck E (14) on 15 Mar 2018

Classic Cronenberg. A classic in its genre…

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By Andrew B (2,971) on 09 Apr 2016

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By Meth-Dude (745) on 29 Apr 2018

Apart from the fun and over the top ending and that one exploding head scene, Scanners doesn't have much to offer…

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By David F (1,889) on 11 Jan 2017

Ho hum...it's hard to believe that this is one of those films we couldn't see growing up because of an R rating…

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By Grant S (1,780) on 19 Jan 2015

An interesting story but terrible acting and poor production. Central plot was intriguing…

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By Christopher B (2,528) on 21 Feb 2015

Scanners is a very fun thriller from David Cronenberg. I love the style of the film, from the set design to the music…

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By Brian S (2,291) on 22 Apr 2016

A classic. Special effects are spectacular, even by today's standards…

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By Michael G (2,333) on 18 Apr 2015

People making other peoples heads explode!! Every bit as fucked up as it sounds…

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