Altered States
Synopsis
"Research scientist Eddie Jessup (William Hurt) believes other states of consciousness are as real as everyday reality. Using sensory deprivation, then adding powerful, hallucinogenic drugs, he explores these altered states... and endures experiences that make madness seem a blessing. Academy Award winner William Hurt as Jessup (his film debut) heads a solid cast featuring Blair Brown, Bob Balaban and Charles Haid. Working from Paddy Chayefskys novel, director Ken Russell guides us with a sorcerer's skill through Eddies magical and horrific journey as Altered States gyrates with dazzling visual bravado and bracing emotional impact."
Production Information
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Release Date Copyright Country Language Run Time Certification Director Writing Credits Executive Producer Producer Associate Producer Original Music Cinematography Film Editor |
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1980 Warner Brothers, Inc. U.S.A. English 99 Mins 18 Ken Russell Paddy Chayefsky Daniel Melnick Howard Gottfried Stuart Baird John Corigliano Jordan Cronenweth Eric Jenkins |
Cast
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Professor Eddie Jessup Emily Jessup Arthur Rosenberg Professor Mason Parrish Professor Eduardo Eccheverria Primal Man Sylvia Rosenberg Alan Hobart The Brujo, Hindris Indian Margaret Jessup Grace Jessup Hector Orteco Obispo |
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William Hurt Blair Brown Bob Balaban Charles Haid Thaao Penghlis Miguel Godreau Dori Brenner Peter Brandon Charles White-Eagle Drew Barrymore Megan Jeffers Jack Murdock Frank McCarthy |
Other Material
Links
Ken Russell Interviews (BBC Site)
Ken Russell Biography
Alternative Cosmologies and Altered States
John C. Lilly, M.D.
Ken Russell Biography
Alternative Cosmologies and Altered States
John C. Lilly, M.D.
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