Silent Rage (1982)

A sheriff tries to stop the killing spree of a silent maniacal murderer who, as the result of secret genetic experimentation by an unethical scientist, has the ability to self-heal.

Director:

Michael Miller

Writer:

Joseph Fraley

Stars:

Chuck Norris, Ron Silver, Steven Keats

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Chuck Norris	...	Dan Stevens
Ron Silver	...	Dr. Tom Halman
Steven Keats	...	Dr. Philip Spires
Toni Kalem	...	Alison Halman
William Finley	...	Dr. Paul Vaughn
Brian Libby	...	John Kirby
Stephen Furst	...	Charlie
Stephanie Dunnam	...	Nancy Halman
Joyce Ingle	...	Mrs. Sims
Jay De Plano	...	Biker Leader (as Jay DePland)
Lillette Zoe Raley	...	Tatooed Biker Mama
Mike Johnson	...	Biker at Cafe
Linda Tatum	...	Biker Mama at Bar
Kathleen Lee	...	Biker Mama at Bar (as Kathy Lee)
Desmond Dhooge	...	Jimmy the Guard

Storyline

Dan Stevens is the sheriff of a small Texas town who checks out a disturbance which turns to murder. The killer is still in the house and he tries to kill Dan, but Dan stops him and arrests him. The killer attempts to flee, but is shot and killed and is taken to a medical institute. Three doctors, led by Dr. Philip Spires, operate on the killer and using a formula the doctors made, they bring him back to life. If that's not bad enough, the formula also made the killer indestructible. Dr. Tom Halman tries to stop the killer, but he and his wife are killed. After the two remaining doctors are killed, the killer goes after Dr. Halman's sister Alison, and it's up to Sheriff Dan Stevens to stop him.

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Plot Keywords:

two word title | face slap | fat man | sex scene | family home | 

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Taglines:

The king of martial arts versus a bionic killing machine!

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Genres:

Action | Crime | Horror | Sci-Fi | Thriller

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Certificate:

R

Did You Know?

Trivia

Filming began on July 30, 1981 in Dallas and took 30 days.

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Goofs

Kirby's falling scream when he's dropped down the well is too high pitched and suggests a stock sound effect was used. Compare this to when he is on fire after the jeep explodes, the actor's scream of pain is deeper.

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Quotes

Charlie: Billy, they were the biggest things I ever saw and they had tattoos on them. You know, I may be in love. I might just go right back in there and ask her out on a date. (Biker flies out of the bar through the door) Mayday! billy, send backup! all units report to the old blues bar, over!

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Alternate Versions

Although the UK cinema version was uncut all UK video versions were cut by 41 secs by the BBFC to edit some scenes of violence. These included an axe blow to a man's head, the terrorizing and murder of Nancy Halman, and the discovery of the corpse of Dr Vaughn with a syringe in his neck.

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Connections

References The Shining (1980)

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Soundtracks

It's the Time for Love
Music and Lyrics by Morgan Stoddard
Performed by Katey Sagal (as Katie Sagal)

User Reviews

The Human Terminator

I always liked this film and have wanted a sequel to it. Yes, it could have been better than it was, but it was fun to watch. Stephen Furst's character has to be the most pathetic deputy ever. There really wasn't much of a plot. But it was fun to watch this unkillable guy and no matter what you do to him, he just keeps on ticking like the energizer bunny. It's a fun movie.

Details

Official Sites:

Sony Movie Channel [United States]

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

2 April 1982 (USA)

Also Known As:

Silent Rage

Filming Locations:

Dallas, Texas, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$4,500,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$3,693,117, 4 April 1982

Gross USA:

$10,490,791

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$10,490,791

Company Credits

Production Co:

Columbia Pictures, Topkick Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

100 min 96 min (video)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color (Metrocolor)

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1