Un gatto nel cervello (1990)
Release Year: 1990
Nation: Italy
Alternative Title: A Cat in the Brain, Um Gato no Cérebro, Nightmare Concert, 大脑中的猫, Kass ajus, I volti del terrore, Kot w głowie, Kot w mózgu, O Concerto Nocturno, Кошмарный концерт
Director: Lucio Fulci
Writer: Antonio Tentori, Giovanni Simonelli, Lucio Fulci
Production & Genre
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
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Keywords
Keywords: cannibal, cat, chainsaw, delusion, gore, insanity, movie business, nightmare, orgy, pig, serial killer, slasher
Story
The movie follows Dr. Lucio Fulci, an Italian horror filmmaker renowned for his gruesome films. However, his mental state begins to deteriorate as he becomes haunted by the violent and disturbing images from his movies. Seeking help, Fulci visits psychiatrist Egon Schwarz. Unbeknownst to Fulci, Schwarz uses him as an avatar under hypnosis to carry out his own twisted fantasies, aiming to ruin Fulci's reputation. While under Schwarz's influence, Fulci commits brutal murders, leading to a downward spiral of events that threaten both their sanity and lives.
Summary
Un gatto nel cervello (A Cat in the Brain) is an Italian horror-comedy blend directed by Lucio Fulci himself in 1990. The film serves as a meta-commentary on the horror genre, with Fulci playing a fictionalized version of himself. It explores themes of sanity, artistic influence, and the blurred line between fantasy and reality. The movie is known for its graphic violence and black humor, showcasing Fulci's signature gore while also delving into his personal struggles with his own creations.
