![]() They head to Las Vegas where Xavier knows he can make a few quick bucks. They have no money to live if Xavier leaves Crane, but he does so, wanting to be a better man. They setup shop in a small room where Xavier can “heal” individuals, while Crane accepts “donations.” Xavier’s use of the drug takes its toll on him as he can now see though his eyelids.ĭiane manages to find him, realizing that they are in love with each other. Crane comes up with a better scam when he realizes that Mentallo is for real. He hides out in the sideshow at a local carnival, masquerading as Mentallo, a psychic, assisted by Crane (Don Rickles). Brant, Xavier accidentally pushes him out a window where Sam falls to his death. Xavier steals the remaining formula for himself. This results in Xavier being fired from the hospital. Xavier has seen the real problem with the girl’s heart and knows if Benson continues she will die. The next day during a surgery he assisting in, Xavier cuts Dr. At a party that night, Xavier is very much enjoying his ability to see through the clothes of the young ladies (and men). He can instantly see through file folders, and lab coats, but when Diane and Sam present the work in front of the board the next day, they reject his findings and shut off funding. Xavier feels he cannot wait anymore and takes a does of the serum himself. Presented below is the trailer for the film. In any case, I don’t think things will turn out well for the main character. Maybe as a performer in Las Vegas, or perhaps a friend of Ray Milland. The credits also list Don Rickles in the cast, which I’m interested to see how he is used. He sees through women’s clothes, reveals cards in Las Vegas, and presumably gets himself in trouble, as the trailer indicates a big chase sequence at the climax of the film. The film seems like a wish fulfillment sort of premise, with Ray Milland giving himself the ability to see through objects. Having never seen this film before I’m unsure whether to expect super low-budget Roger Corman work, or slightly higher quality Roger Corman. ![]() The results, while wondrous to begin with quickly show their dark side as the man realizes what he has truly unleashed. X: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes sets up a tale of a mad scientist that once again ignores common sense and medical ethics to experiment upon himself. ![]() A Roger Corman B-picture that transcends the standard fare for similar films, X: The Man with The X-Ray Eyes creates a modern day parable. ![]()
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