Sheila and the Brainstem
Jan 01, 1989 · 1h 52m
Director
Matt McDowell, Russell BatesOverview
Somewhere in the American southwest, Taz, a nutty visionary, has temporarily misplaced the wizened dried-out Brainstem he found in a mysterious subterranean world -- which he believes is the key to immortality. Three rebellious punks, Sean, Head and Billy Dork, unknowingly steal it in the course of a convenience store robbery believing it to be a stick of beef jerky. Newlyweds Bruce and Sheila have the misfortune to stumble into the confrontation between Taz and the Punks. The punks kidnap Sheila as a hostage, Taz kidnaps Bruce as his hostage; the bizarre chase is on! The two "teams" race across a landscape of identical convenience stores, housing developments, and rampant consumerism.
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About Sheila and the Brainstem
What is Sheila and the Brainstem about?
Somewhere in the American southwest, Taz, a nutty visionary, has temporarily misplaced the wizened dried-out Brainstem he found in a mysterious subterranean world -- which he believes is the key to immortality. Three rebellious punks, Sean, Head and Billy Dork, unknowingly steal it in the course of a convenience store robbery believing it to be a stick of beef jerky. Newlyweds Bruce and Sheila…
When was Sheila and the Brainstem released?
Sheila and the Brainstem was released on January 1, 1989.
Where can I watch Sheila and the Brainstem?
Sheila and the Brainstem is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is Sheila and the Brainstem?
Sheila and the Brainstem runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).
Who directed Sheila and the Brainstem?
Sheila and the Brainstem was directed by Matt McDowell and Russell Bates.
Who is in the cast of Sheila and the Brainstem?
The cast of Sheila and the Brainstem includes Lisa Jane Todd (Sheila), Darren Harris (Billy Durk), Milo Aukerman (Ike Jones) and Peter Case (Ike Smith).
Is Sheila and the Brainstem on Netflix?
No, Sheila and the Brainstem is not on Netflix in the US. It is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.