I have seen most British horror movies of this period. This ranks as one of the worst, not as bad as INCENSE FOR THE DAMNED or THE FIEND, but pretty awful nonetheless.
I agree with you that the special effects are very bad and that the plot is appalling. Indeed, there wasn't much plot to speak of.
I would say, however, that Robin Askwith would be a good choice of actor had this flick been properly made as a spoof.
Michael Gough was not suited to "camping it up" or "hamming it up" style of roles. He was always best playing roles straight. Vincent Price would have been a better choice for the role that went to Gough.
The bottom line - IMO not the worst movie ever made and if it had been made as a spoof with a properly developed plot and more appropriate casting it could have moderately succeeded on that level.
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