I saw this a long time ago (15+ years) on TV. Not sure if it was a feature length film or a TV episode. Aliens are trying to manipulate/modify this guy’s brain, and they strap him into a chair and a machine drills into both sides of his head at the same time. I’m not sure if they’re actual spinning drill bits, or if they’re just pointed pieces of metal that pierce his skull. Either way, if anyone has any info on this, I’d really appreciate it. That scene has stuck with me a long time, and I’d like to see if it’s as scary as I remember.
The Tommyknockers? I think it was a 1992 tv movie starring Jimmy Smits.
Sounds like it could be Fire In The Sky. They drill the eyes tho while he’s strapped in. DB Sweeney is the lead and it’s based on supposed true events. Terrifying in my opinion.
Here is the scene I think you’re describing.