Painkillers (2019)
The cure is the curse
After a terrible car crash in which his son dies, a brilliant surgeon becomes prey to unbearable physical pain, and it can only be eased by the taste of human blood. When he encounters a man who claims he can help him get his life back, he embarks upon a nightmarish journey through which he will either have to come to terms with his pain… or become a monster.
Director: Roxy Shih
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 83 min
Release Date: January 31, 2019
Cast
- Tate Birchmore - Brian
- Adam Huss - John Clarke
- Madeline Zima - Chloe Clarke
- Mischa Barton - The Girl / Sarah Mendelsohn
- Naomi Grossman - Nurse Sheralyn
- Debra Wilson - Gail Konrad
- Grant Bowler - Herb Morris
- Maria Olsen - Carla Franken
- James Logan - Jack Crane
- Nicole Reddinger - Make Out Girl
Screenplay
Music: Dustin Morgan
Cinematography: Felipe Vara de Rey
Editing: Brett Noborikawa
Production: Lone Suspect, Title Media
Country: Belgium
Language: Nederlands, English
Original Language: en
Themes
Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Paralyzing Guilt and Remorse, Overwhelming Shame and Silence, Deep Regret Over Past Deeds
Keywords
surgeon, car crash, guilt, dead son, drinking blood
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Painkillers about?
- After a terrible car crash in which his son dies, a brilliant surgeon becomes prey to unbearable physical pain, and it can only be eased by the taste of human blood. When he encounters a man who claims he can help him get his life back, he embarks upon a nightmarish journey through which he will either have to come to terms with his pain… or become a monster.
- Who directed Painkillers?
- Painkillers was directed by Roxy Shih.
- Who stars in Painkillers?
- Painkillers stars Tate Birchmore, Adam Huss, Madeline Zima, Mischa Barton, Naomi Grossman, Debra Wilson.
- How long is Painkillers?
- Painkillers has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
- What genre is Painkillers?
- Painkillers is a Drama film.
- Where was Painkillers produced?
- Painkillers was produced in Belgium.
- What are the themes of Painkillers?
- The themes of Painkillers include: Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Paralyzing Guilt and Remorse, Overwhelming Shame and Silence, Deep Regret Over Past Deeds.