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Scanners

1981 · Movie · 103 min · ★ 6.7

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Plot, cast and details

A scientist trains a man with an advanced telepathic ability called 'scanning' to stop a dangerous Scanner with extraordinary psychic powers from waging war against non-Scanners.

Rated RDirector: David CronenbergScience FictionHorror
  • Stephen LackCameron Vale
  • Jennifer O'NeillKim Obrist
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