The Abominable Dr. Phibes

This week's Svengoolie is a 1970s film starring Vincent Price. At various points, it appears to be an acid trip. 

The film involves Price gaining revenge on the people who could not save his wife. He decides to use the plagues of Egypt (somewhat altered; there were no rats or bats in the original version) with the help of a silent lovely young assistant. A lot of killing is done largely tongue-in-cheek.

The cast includes some familiar faces, particularly Joseph Cotton, who starred in many familiar films (including The Farmer's Daughter) back in the day. He looks tired here (he was in his mid-60s) though partially that is the nature of the character.  Cotton is basically the "final girl" here. 

Dr. Phibes did not get around to killing Cotton's character though put the scare in him by kidnapping his son. Nonetheless, he accomplished the rest of his revenge before returning to the grave. At least, the film ends with him lying next to his wife, replacing his blood with embalming fluid.

But, he will turn. For that, see the next episode.  This one was pretty fun, especially if you like the absurdity of it all. The Sven episode included an honorary video celebrating his 45th year in the role.