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Donovan's Brain (1953)
Lew Ayres , Gene Evans Nancy Davis
Plot: Amazon
Dr. Patrick Cory is a scientist who, unable to save the life of millionaire W.H. Donovan after a plane crash, keeps his brain alive through an illegal experiment.
W.H. Donovan is much more than one of the world's richest men. He is a megalomaniac even before Cory keeps his brain alive in the tank. Once freed of the distractions of the flesh, the will to power is all that drives the brain. It is able to communicate with Dr. Cory through telepathy, but that is only the beginning. Soon it begins to take over the scientist who keeps it alive. Possessed by the mind of Donovan, Cory finds himself helpless to fight the plans of the tycoon. Cory remains aware as he follows orders, becoming more and more like Donovan. His wife is helpless, his assistant is helpless, to stop Donovan's Brain!
Phantom's Review: Fun little Sci-Fi film. More of a character study than most science fiction of the 50's. This film emphasizes dialog and drama over BOO! moments. Not great, but entertaining.
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