The Phantom Empire

Insane concept, some incredible moments.

One of the most awesome 12-part serials I've seen! Considering it's, Mascot, one of those poverty row companies that made this, the production values are high, even if you can clearly see it's a 'B' (or lower) tire creation with poor acting to match. But that doesn't matter because the craziness of "The Phantom Empire" makes it a damn hilarious experience! Cowboys, a sci-fi world, robots, televisions, all kinds of gadgets, riding, flying, underworld sword fights and plenty of songs!

My high rating is not for the virtuosity of the production, but for the compelling wackiness of the entire film. Hey, it made a star of Gene Autry. Also, Queen Tika is totally hot.

This is kind of interesting, at least for a while, because it's just so... incredibly insane

Boots and saddles meet rayguns and robots in this fun and funny chapterplay in which the so-called "comedy relief" is the least funny part. Genuinely surreal and full of great gadgets, including a great clubhouse for Darro and Ross. Remade years later as part of a CLIFFHANGERS TV show, but as always the original is the one to watch.