The Brainiac
"The most bizarre horror movie. Ever."
Originally released in 1962. The Brainiac is a horror/science fiction film. directed by Chano Urueta. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Abel Salazar, Ariadna Welter, and David Silva
Synopsis
In 1661 Mexico, the Baron Vitelius of Astara is sentenced to be burned alive by the Holy Inquisition of Mexico for witchcraft, necromancy, and other crimes. As he dies, the Baron swears vengeance against the descendants of the Inquisitors. 300 years later, a comet that was passing overhead on the night of the Baron's execution returns to earth, bringing with it the Baron in the form of a horrible, brain-eating monster that terrorizes the Inquisitor's descendants
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 9, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (50 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Mexico
Production
Director
Top Cast
Abel Salazar
as Baron Vitelius d'Estera
Ariadna Welter
as Bar girl
David Silva
as Detective inspector
Germán Robles
as Indalecio Pantoja
Luis Aragón
as Prof. Saturnino Millán
Mauricio Garcés
as Coroner
Ofelia Guilmáin
as Señora Meneses
René Cardona
as Baltasar de Meneses / Luis Meneses
Rubén Rojo
as Reynaldo Miranda / Marcos Miranda
Roxana Bellini
as María de Pantoja
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Cinematográfica ABSA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Brainiac about?
In 1661 Mexico, the Baron Vitelius of Astara is sentenced to be burned alive by the Holy Inquisition of Mexico for witchcraft, necromancy, and other crimes. As he dies, the Baron swears vengeance a...
Who directed The Brainiac?
The Brainiac was directed by Chano Urueta.
How long is The Brainiac?
The Brainiac has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was The Brainiac released?
The Brainiac was released on November 9, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Brainiac?
The main cast of The Brainiac includes Abel Salazar, Ariadna Welter, David Silva, Germán Robles, Luis Aragón.