Must-see movies are futuristic classics that shouldn’t be missed. Of course, not every must-see is perfect. That’s why we’ve rated them 1-5 on the patented “crunchy goodness” scale.
Title: Donovan’s Brain
Date: 1955
Vitals: When evil millionaire Donovan suffers a fatal car crash, mad scientist Dr. Cory rescues his still-living brain to see if he can keep the organ alive in a fish tank. Things go awry when Donovan’s brain starts to grow telepathic powers, taking over Dr. Cory’s mind and forcing him to make ruthless investments.
Famous names: Nancy Reagan
Crunchy goodness: 3
Sight you’ll never unsee: Throbbing brain!!!
Most painfully dated moment: Future first lady Nancy Reagan playing lab assistant Jan with screamy blankness.
Copycats: Donovan’s Brain was the first of many “brain” movies, including The Brain That Wouldn’t Die, The Crawling Brain, The Brain from Planet Arous, and many others.
Review, Cast Info, Screenshots, Summary and Video Clip at B Movie Central
