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Basket Case

1982, Horror/Comedy, 1h 31m

26 Reviews 10,000+ Ratings

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While Basket Case definitely delivers all the gonzo gore promised by its cracked premise, it's really set apart by its rich vein of genuine pathos. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

Duane (Kevin Van Hentenryck) checks into a sleazy hotel with a wicker basket containing his telepathic Siamese twin.
  • Rating:
    R
  • Genre:
    Horror, Comedy
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Frank Henenlotter
  • Producer:
    Edgar Ievins
  • Writer:
    Frank Henenlotter
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     limited
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Cast & Crew

Kevin Van Hentenryck
Kevin Van Hentenryck
Duane Bradley
Terri Susan Smith
Terri Susan Smith
Sharon
Beverly Bonner
Beverly Bonner
Casey
Frank Henenlotter
Frank Henenlotter
Director
Edgar Ievins
Edgar Ievins
Producer
Frank Henenlotter
Frank Henenlotter
Screenwriter

Critic Reviews for Basket Case

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Audience Reviews for Basket Case

  • Feb 01, 2015
    Gotta respect the classics, they're loads of fun, even if they do have arguably the worst acting in cinematic history.
    Gimly M Super Reviewer
  • Feb 21, 2013
    A completly mental concept executed with the lowest budget possible, pulling laughs everytime the creatures shows up, for it is so lamely made and executed, you almost feel sorry for this tragic violent beast. Not just that, the acting is one of the worse ever seen but it complements the cheesiness of it all so well, it actually works. It's only shocking because of the atrocious sound design that got on my nerves more than once, but again, it just works since the rest of it so lame. A definite watch for fans of the genre and to discover Henenlotter's mental style, to serve as an appetite for his upcomingly mental Brain Damage.
    Francisco G Super Reviewer
  • Nov 04, 2011
    Basket Case was 1 of my favorite horror movies when I was little.After watching it recently, I cant believe I use to like it so much.Its an OK movie but the acting & special effects are so bad in some parts, You can't help but laugh.It seemed more like a horror comedy then a horror flick but maybe that was what the director was going for.Makes me wonder.......
    Brody M Super Reviewer
  • Oct 18, 2011
    I usually like movie like this, you know crappy horror with hilarious special effect, plot and acting... but surprisingly this one doesnt do it for me.
    Cita W Super Reviewer
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