Dr. Otto and the Riddle of the Gloom Beam (1986)
Directed by John Cherry / John R. Cherry III
Genres - Comedy, Action, Adventure, Science Fiction |
Sub-Genres - Sci-Fi Comedy |
Release Date - Apr 9, 1986 (USA - Limited) |
Run Time - 92 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - PG
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Synopsis by Eleanor Mannikka
This comedy is a showcase for Jim Varney (of "Hey Vern! It's your old buddy Ernest!" fame) who plays several different roles, including Laughin' Jack, Dr. Otto, Guy Dandy, and others. Dr. Otto is a crazed and evil scientist intent on becoming a world dictator. One of his plans is to send the global economy into oblivion and towards that goal, he invents an appearance-altering device that allows him to assume any guise he chooses. His only nemesis is an inept anti-hero who looks like he could hardly tie his shoes, let alone outmaneuver anyone who can think and walk at the same time.
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economy, craziness, disguise, mercenary, pirate [seafarer], scientist, terrorism
