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Excision (2012)

โ€œHeal The Sicknessโ€

6.2/10 ยท 626 votes 1h 21m nr ComedyDramaHorror

#147 of 232 films from 2012 #1993 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Richard Bates Jr. ยท Written by Richard Bates Jr.

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Overview

Pauline, a disturbed, outcast teenager, has a fascination with surgery and experiences violent, psychosexual fantasies, all while aspiring to a career in medicine.

Cast

AnnaLynne McCordas Pauline
Traci Lordsas Phyllis
Ariel Winteras Grace
Roger Bartas Bob
Jeremy Sumpteras Adam
John Watersas William
Malcolm McDowellas Mr. Cooper
Marlee Matlinas Amber
Matthew Gray Gubleras Mr. Claybaugh
Ray Wiseas Principal Campbell
Molly McCookas Natalie
Natalie Dreyfussas Abigail
Cole Bernsteinas Kimberly
Matthew Faheyas Nathan

Facts

Release dateSeptember 12, 2012
Runtime81 min (1h 21m) โ€” shorter as the 2012 average of 103 min
GenresComedy, Drama, Horror
LanguageEN
IMDbtt1984153

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Questions

How long is Excision?
Excision runs 81 minutes (1h 21m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Excision worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 626 votes, which places it #147 of 232 films released in 2012 in this index (top 37%) and #1993 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Excision?
Excision was directed by Richard Bates Jr..
Who stars in Excision?
AnnaLynne McCord as Pauline; Traci Lords as Phyllis; Ariel Winter as Grace; Roger Bart as Bob; Jeremy Sumpter as Adam; John Waters as William.
What is Excision rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Excision?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/8618.

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