Brain 17
Brain is the world's greatest computer, and also the most intelligent being on planet Earth. One day, Brain decides to abandon its terrestrial moorings, and it's up to The Defenders to track it down. Unfortunately, Brain has developed an amazing army of deadly giant robots, including one with a huge "17" emblazoned on its chest-plate, with which it plans to subjugate its creators. A young boy whose family was killed by Brain's followers manages to activate Daitetsujin 17, which thereafter comes to his rescue whenever he is in danger from Brain's minions.
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Plot Summary
A group of young adults breaks into an abandoned research facility, only to discover it's not entirely abandoned. They find themselves stalked by a highly intelligent, genetically engineered brain that has escaped its containment. As they desperately try to escape, they must outsmart the creature that sees them as nothing more than test subjects for its own survival.
Critical Reception
Brain 17 is a low-budget science fiction horror film that gained a cult following for its unique premise and practical effects, despite significant flaws in acting and pacing. It is often cited as an example of early independent genre filmmaking.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious concept within its limited budget.
- Criticized for uneven acting and a slow-burn narrative that doesn't always pay off.
- Regarded as a cult classic for its unique take on the mad science trope.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's intriguing premise of a sentient brain and its creative, albeit dated, special effects. Some viewers found the pacing to be a bit sluggish, but many appreciate its independent spirit and nostalgic appeal within the horror genre.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in an actual abandoned medical research facility, adding to its eerie atmosphere.
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