The Wild Weird World of Dr. Goldfoot
The Wild Weird World of Dr. Goldfoot

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The Wild Weird World of Dr. Goldfoot

1965
Movie
29 min
English

Dr. Goldfoot schemes to use his Bikini Machine to kidnap a young man with infinite information stored in his head by the government.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Norman TaurogGenres: Comedy, Science Fiction

Plot Summary

Mad scientist Dr. Goldfoot has created a robot, the 'Fem-Droid', designed to lure men into his schemes. His latest plan involves using the robot to obtain a secret formula for an indestructible fabric. However, his plan is complicated by the interference of a young romantic couple who stumble into his laboratory.

Critical Reception

This low-budget exploitation film, featuring a mix of science fiction and comedy, received mixed to negative reviews, primarily being criticized for its flimsy plot and reliance on genre tropes. However, it found a cult following over the years due to its campy charm and the presence of its well-known stars.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is often seen as a silly, campy romp with Vincent Price in a memorable, albeit exaggerated, role.

  • Critics at the time largely dismissed it as a B-movie with a weak script.

  • Its appeal lies in its cheesy special effects and lighthearted, nonsensical plot.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but those available often highlight its nostalgic value and campy humor. Some viewers appreciate the over-the-top performance by Vincent Price.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a more serious sci-fi thriller before being reworked into a comedy, a common practice for AIP productions at the time.

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