THE VAULT

Braindead (1992) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 7.4/100

Some things won't stay down... even after they die.

The Premise

When a Sumatran rat-monkey bites Lionel Cosgrove's mother, she's transformed into a zombie and begins killing (and transforming) the entire town while Lionel races to keep things under control.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under Splatter, Zombie Comedy, Cult Classic, Braindead taps into fundamental fears. The 7.4/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of infidelity, poison, new zealand continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

Ready to dig deeper? The ScreamDesk Vault connects you to the architecture of fear.