Sheila and the Brainstem (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film
Released in 1989, Sheila and the Brainstem is a notable film directed by Matt McDowell, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s 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 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.
Who’s in it. Sheila and the Brainstem stars Lisa Jane Todd as Sheila.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sheila and the Brainstem page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sheila and the Brainstem (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sheila and the Brainstem change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Sheila and the Brainstem?
- Sheila and the Brainstem stars Lisa Jane Todd.
- When was Sheila and the Brainstem released?
- Sheila and the Brainstem was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.