X:The Man With the X-Ray Eyes (1963)
Horror/Sci-Fi Not Rated
Plot
Dr. James Xavier is a world renowned scientist experimenting with human eyesight. He devises a drug, that when applied to the eyes, enables the user to see beyond the normal realm of our sight (ultraviolet rays etc.) it also gives the user the power to see through objects. Xavier tests this drug on himself, when his funding is cut off. As he continues to test the drug on himself, Xavier begins to see, not only through walls and clothes, but through the very fabric of reality!
Acting
Much more consistant than most Corman movies, the cast features Don Rickles, and many Corman regulars such as Ray Milland and Dick Miller.
Gore
Some blood, but very little violence.
Sex/Nudity
There is a scenes at a party where he can see through everyone clothes, but everyones important bits are hidden.
Final Thoughts
This movie is generally regard as Corman's best work, and i can see why, but it's not one of my favorites. It certainly has better acting and effects than most Corman efforts, but to me the story doesn't hold up[ over time, probably because its one that has been very abused since this came out, although it was an orginal story back then. Not a bad movei, but doesn't have the b-movie charm of most of his movie and i go out and see Little Shop of Horrors, Bucket of Blood, Carnasour and a few other before this, but its worth a viewing.
Overall Rating
C
