Dr. Otto And The Riddle Of The Gloom Beam

Varney, a rubber-faced comedian from down south, achieved national prominence in a series of television advertisements with an annoying character named Ernest. Undoubtedly his film debut in DR. OTTO AND THE RIDDLE OF THE GLOOM BEAM will come as a surprise to many. While by no means an exercise in sparkling wit, the film contains a few moments that might get a rise from comedy fans. Among other characters, Varney plays a mad scientist who plots to take over the world. Mueller sets out with his long-suffering assistant Welch to find out just who is behind the evil goings-on. Back in his laboratory, Dr. Otto sets out to stop his foe. Using a machine that can alter his...