Review of Scanners (1981) by Jason J — 22 Oct 2009
What a great Cronenberg movie! A man with powerful mental powers (known as a Scanner) is ordered by a scientist to track down a renegade just like himself. The highlight for most in this movie is of course the exploding head scene which is still impressive considering it was made way back in 1981.
Stephen Lack as the hero Cameron doesn't come across all that well onscreen (he's pretty bland) compared to the superb Michael Ironside - the quintessential movie bad guy. The special effects are fantastic especially the final showdown duel between Cameron and Revok - bulging veins and eyes popping out! Overall a very good sci-fi/horror thriller.
This review of Scanners (1981) was written by Jason J on 22 Oct 2009.
Scanners has generally received positive reviews.
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