The Terminal Man

The Terminal Man

Harry Benson is a brilliant computer scientist. For three minutes a day, he is violently homicidal.

PG 1974 · 107 min · ★ 5.5 · Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller

As the result of a head injury, brilliant computer scientist Harry Benson begins to experience violent seizures. In an attempt to control the seizures, Benson undergoes a new surgical procedure in which a microcomputer is inserted into his brain. The procedure is not entirely successful.

Directed by Mike Hodges · Written by Mike Hodges

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