Bad Dreams (1988)
Bad Dreams is a 1988 horror movie directed by Andrew Fleming, with a running time of 1h 26m. It stars Jennifer Rubin, Bruce Abbott and Richard Lynch.
Unity Field, a "free love" cult from the '70s, is mostly remembered for its notorious mass suicide led by Harris, its charismatic leader. While all members are supposed to burn in a fire together, young Cynthia is spared by chance. Years later, the nightmare of Unity Field remains buried in her mind. But when those around Cynthia start killing themselves, and she begins having visions of Harris, she may be forced to confront the past -- before it confronts her.
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What is Bad Dreams about?
Unity Field, a "free love" cult from the '70s, is mostly remembered for its notorious mass suicide led by Harris, its charismatic leader. While all members are supposed to burn in a fire together, young Cynthia is spared by chance. Years later, the nightmare of Unity Field remains buried in her mind. But when those around Cynthia start killing themselves, and she begins having visions of Harris, she may be forced to confront the past -- before it confronts her.
When was Bad Dreams released?
Bad Dreams was released on 8 April 1988.
How long is Bad Dreams?
Bad Dreams runs 1h 26m.
Who made Bad Dreams?
Bad Dreams was directed by Andrew Fleming.
Cast
- Jennifer Rubin as Cynthia
- Bruce Abbott as Dr. Alex Karmen
- Richard Lynch as Harris
- Dean Cameron as Ralph
- Harris Yulin as Dr. Berrisford
- Susan Barnes as Connie
- John Scott Clough as Victor
- E. G. Daily as Lana
- Damita Jo Freeman as Gilda
- Louis Giambalvo as Ed
- Susan Ruttan as Miriam
- Sy Richardson as Detective Wasserman