The parasite was sold and stolen over the centuries, until it finally ended up in the possession of Brian's neighbors. Henenlotter adds context and meaning to the proceedings by creating a history for Aylmer. Oh, the colors! But the thousand-year-old worm-like parasite demands something in return for the buzz - human brains! Aylmer and his actions seem to be a metaphor for drug use and addiction and convey very graphically how substances foreign to our bodies can alter our own thoughts and actions. Aylmer, a rather large, penis-shaped parasite, gives unsuspecting Brian brain damage by getting him hooked on an hallucinogenic, blue fluid that Aylmer himself produces. when considering the solid performances, technical proficiency and fascinating storyline. Frank Henenlotter's 'Brain Damage' (1987) is easily the director's best film, esp.
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