Dr. Goldfoot and the Bikini Machine [DVD]

Great movie I give it 2 thumbs-up, way up!

Vincent Price and Frankie and Annette! I'm trying to complete the collection of both of these and this completed the Frankie and Annette movie for me! Is it great? NO! Is it passible? Yes! If you liked the Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello movies, you'll probably like this, although Annette is only in this for a VERY short time! If you like the offbeat movies that Vincent did, you should like this. If you don't like any of these actors or offbeat movies, you might want to steer clear! But I enjoyed it! RP

The claymation title sequence by Art Clokey (creator of Gumby) accompanied by the catchy title song by The Supremes is the best part of this movie.By 1965, the spy movie craze, which had begun three years earlier with "Dr. No," had started generating parodies, including the TV comedy series "Get Smart," the Hanna-Barbera character "Secret Squirrel," and this (the heroes of DGATBM even steal a red Sunbeam convertible similar to the one driven by Don Adams in "Get Smart"). DGATBM is done very much in the style of the campy "Batman" TV series (which came out a year later, and which Vincent Price guest-starred in as the villainous Egghead). There are cameos by a number of alumni from AIP's "beach party" movies, which are fun in-jokes for fans of that series. There was also a made-for-TV special called "The Wild Weird World of Dr. Goldfoot" made to promote the movie, which was no doubt the inspiration for the awful Jerry Warren movie "The Wild Wild World of Batwoman," made a year later and appropriately mocked on "Mystery Science Theater 3000."

A sinister mad scientist, Dr. Goldfoot (Vincent Price), along with his incompetent assistant Igor, is looking to conquer the world by amassing the wealth of all the world's richest men, & how does he intend to do this? By deploying an army of beautiful female robots (that he created) into seducing them, then disposing of them once their programmed objective is obtained. His most perfect creation, #11: Diane - Susan Hart) is sent out to beautiful downtown San Francisco to attract the attention of Todd Armstrong, one SF's most wealthiest single gentlemen, in order to marry him for all he is worth to Dr. Goldfoot. Somehow number eleven suffers mechanical malfunctions when she encounters a series of unfortunate events which cause her to derail into the arms of Secret Intelligent Commmand agent Craig Gamble (Frankie Avalon), a humble, but penniless SIC officer. This does not please Dr. Goldfoot & he has Diane reprogrammed & resent to her original suitor. Meanwhile Craig Gamble has discovered Dr. Goldfoot's diabolical plot & seeks to undermine his intent by exposing his plans to Todd Armstrong. Madcap slapstick comedy ensues & Dr. Goldfoot's goal for world domination is ultimately thwarted. Was this the end to Dr. Goldfoot & his bikini machine? Apparently so, because the sequel (even with famed horror master, Mario Bava directing) was so bad, future installments were halted.To see a classically trained actor like the late Vincent Price ham it up for this role is worth the cost of the DVD alone & of course there's the beautiful Susan Hart (#11).I have been searching for this movie in the widescreen DVD format & apparently it is out of print, but as luck would have it, Amazon.com has come through again for me.Thanks Amazon!Amazon Rules!

I loved this film as a kid. I can see why. This ridiculously camp spoof of spy movies skewers AIP's horror movies AND beach party movies without ever taking itself too seriously. Vincent Price is hysterical as the fiendish Dr Goldfoot whose genius is only overshadowed by his inane attempt to rob the most powerful men in the world of all their riches using bikini-clad robots. Vincent really seems to be enjoying himself despite his disappointment at not having any singing parts. Yes this was supposed to be a musical. They make up for that with eye candy galore. Jack Mullaney plays his inept assistant Igor whose only skill is apparently driving Dr Goldfoot nuts. Had Lex Luthor seen this movie he might have known not to hire Ned Beatty as his bumbling oaf henchman. That theme song by the Supremes will get stuck in your head. And the claymation opening credits are pretty slick. Did I mention the eye candy? Yowza! Susan Hart is stunning. And the other girls are just as beautiful. Patti Chandler deserves more screentime. She is heavenly. So is Salli Sachse. Grrrr. Watch for amusing cameos from Deborah Walley, Annette Funicello and Harvey Lembeck. Still baffled by Frankie Avalon's hair. The only disappointment is not including the Shindig!/ABC television special The Wild Weird World of Dr. Goldfoot from 1965 as a special feature. Boo!

DR GOLDFOOT AND THE BIKINI MACHINE was AIP's attempt to carry on the famous "Beach Party" series in a new direction. Sadly, the films were not as successful and were canned.In this rather obvious dig at "Goldfinger", DR GOLDFOOT AND THE BIKINI MACHINE tells the story of the sneaky Dr Goldfoot (Vincent Price in a sly comedic performance), a mad scientist who creates sexy girl robots to seduce and marry rich men before robbing them blind and taking off with all their fortune!However, when it comes to the young Secret Service agent Craig Gamble (Frankie Avalon), Dr Goldfoot has met his match!When the beautiful robot Diane (the striking Susan Hart) seduces a young billionaire (Dwayne Hickman), he enlists the help of Craig to help uncover what he is sure is a dreadful plan to rob him of his money.Clever comedy that dissolves into the predictable with a formulaic slapstick car chase finale and features some macabre cameos from Annette Funicello and Harvey Lembeck as well as BEACH BLANKET BINGO co-star, the late Deborah Walley.The Supremes sing the catchy title song.The DVD includes the trailer. (Single-sided, single-layer disc).

all ok

Good cast is the best part of this film. Vincent Price, Frankie Avalon, Dwayne Hickman, and Susan Hart are great. There are also cameos by Annette Funicello and other "beach party" films, and a handful of Playboy Playmates in gold-clad bikinis. The bikinis might have been cutting edge in their time, but they look like blankets compared to modern swimsuits. The second half of the movie degenerates into a campy chase through San Francisco. If you liked the beach party films or 1960's Batman TV series (similarly campy), you might like this film.

Vincent Price in comedy what more can you say lol. Very good quality and so much fun to watch!

Great piece of 60's kitchen cinema. If you love the Frankie & Annette beach movies, Adam West Batman, Ghost & The Invisible Bikini, etc, you'll love this. Silly. irreverent, plus Vincent Price. Great!

This is so bad, it's good fun. Will I watch it again? Probably, to see the nuances in Vincent Price's performance. He's great; the reason I bought the film.