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Bad Dreams (1988)

Starring: Jennifer Rubin, Bruce Abbott Director: Andrew Fleming Rating: R (Restricted) Format: DVD
3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)


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Special Features

  • Audio Commentary from writer/director Andrew Fleming
  • Original Ending
  • Trailer
  • Original Screenplay

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From The Director Of THE CRAFT, The Screenwriter Of DIE HARD, & The Producer Of THE TERMINATOR In the mid-70s, the members of the love cult Unity Fields sought ‘the ultimate joining’ by dousing themselves with gasoline and committing mass suicide. A young girl blown clear of the fiery explosion was the only survivor. Thirteen years later, Cynthia (Jennifer Rubin of A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3) awakens from a coma inside a psychiatric hospital with only buried memories of that horrific day. But now, her fellow patients are each being driven to their own violent suicides. Has the sect’s hideously burned leader (Richard Lynch) returned to claim his final child, or is something even more depraved lurking within her BAD DREAMS? Bruce Abbott (RE-ANIMATOR), Harris Yulin (SCARFACE), E.G. Daily (THE DEVIL’S REJECTS) and Dean Cameron (SUMMER SCHOOL) co-star in this intense horror shocker directed by Andrew Fleming (THE CRAFT, DICK), co-written by Steven de Souza (DIE HARD, 48 HRS) and produced by Gale Anne Hurd (ARMAGEDDON, T2).

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars My jaw hit the floor!, March 28, 2002
This review is from: Bad Dreams [VHS] (VHS Tape)
I can't really find the words to describe this film, but I'll try. :) I like horror flicks as much as the next guy, but this film was a cut above. To be honest the only reason I saw it in the first place was because Dean Cameron was in it, and speaking of DC, his performance is amazing! The small smirk before saying "Later" just blew me away. The small details in voice variation and facial expressions..the man is the best. And let's not forget about Jennifer Rubin! Blood, Blood, and more blood, Peter Pans out the window, blood showers, and Ralph's self-stabbing fest makes this film one to watch on an empty stomach. Don't make the same mistake I did by going to "The Bell" before watching this. Great film! Richard Lynch is scary, Jennifer Rubin is amazing, and Dean Cameron shows us the meaning of the word 'range'. Great!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Cut Above the Norm, December 6, 2003
By Em Jay "Mightylight" (Winter Park, FL. United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Bad Dreams [VHS] (VHS Tape)
I miss this movie. If there was a film that should be moved up on the list to be transferred to DVD this film would be it. It's not your typical horror film where there's nothing but mindless slice and dice behind motives of stupidity. The main character deals with the psychological aspects of something horrible happening to her (which makes sense since it takes place in a mental ward). But when the bodies start to fall, the "culprit" is not so obvious. No Freddy Kruger or Michael Myers. This movie also pulls you in through the supporting cast, all interesting and even funny. I love this movie! I give it five stars as a contender against other horror films and it rates right up there with the originals like NIGHTMARE AN ELM STREET and HALLOWEEN. There's death. There's drugs. There's comedy, and hey, even a little romance. Grab some popcorn and spend two hours with BAD DREAMS. You won't be disappointed!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Underrated Entertainment!, January 23, 2001
By "carolyn5000" (NY United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Bad Dreams [VHS] (VHS Tape)
"Bad Dreams" came out around the same time as Nightmare on Elm Street and is very much a product of the 80s and horror filmmaking style at that time. The film tell the story of the sole survivor of an interesting hippielike commune/cult led by a David Koreshish type leader.

Yet "Bad Dreams" is a cut above for many reasons. The first being that the film is filled with surrealistic arresting images-in particular, the house where the mass suicide took place is an intriguing looking building, tragically beautiful.

Secondly, "Bad Dreams" encompasses a fascinating character in the African American female mental patient who frequently says mysterious and pseudo religious things and seems to be the only one who knows whats going on.

Thirdly, the acting by all involved is really superior to what you find in most horror films. Rubin is especially good at emoting and I am mystified why I never heard of her before I rented this film.

Lastly, I think most viewers miss an interesting touch in the film, at one point, Cynthia is sitting in the grass turned around in the exact same pose as the painting by Andrew Wyeth "Christina's World"! It was a really awesome touch that I think may go unappreciated by those not farmiliar with this painting.

In short, "Bad Dreams" is a must see, with a great twist ending also. A must for any horror fan or suspense lover.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews

3.0 out of 5 stars It's no Elm Street, but great fun nonetheless
Bad Dreams is some decent 80's horror that seems to borrow a bit from A Nightmare on Elm Street 3 - Dream Warriors, and coincidentally it stars Jennifer Rubin of the the same... Read more
Published 1 month ago by M. Ryan Fairbanks

2.0 out of 5 stars Ham acting at its worst!
After watching this schlock, I realized my mistake. I actually bought this nonsense and thought it was a scary movie! Read more
Published 9 months ago by Johnnie Lewis

5.0 out of 5 stars "Great Freakin' Movie"
I would definitely have 2 say, i expected alot less from this film, but I'm glad i did... It was "GREAT", very gorey & lots of action! Read more
Published 10 months ago by Zombie Mafia

5.0 out of 5 stars Bad Dreams
WOW, never thought I would ever find this movie Thank You Amazon I will be buying from you again. A lot of my freinds that I have showen it to , say that its one the best there... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Dean G. Shaw

4.0 out of 5 stars You'd be Stupid to Fall for the Marketing of "Bad Dreams"
So what do I do; I BUY THE MOVIE!!! Luckily for me, this movie isn't nearly as bad as I had feared. The prominent feeling surrounding this flick is deception. Read more
Published 13 months ago by E K Maxmias

5.0 out of 5 stars a good dream for horror fans
Well anyone out there who loves a great old horror film need not look further than bad dreams. A well scripted horror film made by great production company and a great director in... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Warren Seppings

4.0 out of 5 stars Actually quite interesting...
For a movie that doesn't have any 'major' stars in it, Bad Dreams is actually quite well acted & made. Read more
Published on October 21, 2007 by langleybcguy

3.0 out of 5 stars Bad Dreams - good viewing!
I'm a horror buff from way, way back. And every so often I feel the need to revisit some of the movies from my scare ladden youth, and the film Bad Dreams didn't disappoint... Read more
Published on January 24, 2007 by Brizel

4.0 out of 5 stars Not a Nightmare on Elm Street Rip Off.
I bought this movie after seeing the trailer on another Anchor Bay release, Cemetery Man. I knew I would have to buy it, just because it looked like it was right up my alley... Read more
Published on January 17, 2007 by The Straw Man

5.0 out of 5 stars Bad Dreams an original film.
I suppose this movie would have to be classified as a horror/thriller. It has plenty of thrills and manages to keep one on the edge of his seat. Read more
Published on August 8, 2006 by Emiliano Moreno

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