I don't think this movie is anywhere near as abysmal as most people think it is, when viewed in context of its time. William Joyce may be a sleazy, bare-chested, pompous ass, but that never stopped 007. And certainly the women in this film are no more irritating or useless than most "bond girls". Sorry if you're a fan of Bond movies but any franchise that so criminally wastes performers like Diana Rigg and Donald Pleasance doesn't rank high in my estimation.
The plot is pretty standard and typical drive-in fare. It must be noted that this appeared with its "twin (I Drink Your Blood) not just in drive ins but in a few "all-night spook shows", which were a combination of cheap thrills and laughs, and for this venue the movie was perfect.
Ultimately, the flaws being noted for this movie reflect the influence of the director, not the cast.
The plot is pretty standard and typical drive-in fare. It must be noted that this appeared with its "twin (I Drink Your Blood) not just in drive ins but in a few "all-night spook shows", which were a combination of cheap thrills and laughs, and for this venue the movie was perfect.
Ultimately, the flaws being noted for this movie reflect the influence of the director, not the cast.