Synopsis
In 'The Brood' (1979), a man's quest to protect his daughter from his mentally unstable ex-wife takes a terrifying turn, when he discovers the horrifying truth behind her therapy sessions. She has the power to manifest her inner rage into physical beings, who carry out her violent impulses.
Did You Know?
- David Cronenberg wrote the script during his own divorce.
- The snow during filming was real, and caused production delays.
- Cronenberg's first commercial success, paving the way for his future films.
- Nola's 'brood' were played by children in monster makeup.
- Cronenberg called it his version of 'Kramer vs. Kramer.'
Iconic Quotes
- Now really, Nola, do want to get better?
- Our time is up, Nola, and I think we've made good progress.
- I think that the people I kill get some sort of warning.
- I can't touch her, Frank. She's doing important work.
- You're about as close to her as I can get.
