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overtime.

Come on, Peter.

You know how grateful I am?

But as one poor graduate student to another, I can't afford to hire a guy

degree in physics.

Right, so you go out and draft a buddy, huh?

And all this time, I thought you were waxing fat on a corporation grant.

Sure.

Sargasson Chemical funds the equipment and supplies.

The university provides the warm bodies.

Me and those of my friends with... Scientific training and slow reflexes.

Plus one with fast fingers.

Rita? Sure, she's been a lifesaver.

And not only because of all the typing she's done.

Oh, I think she's having a good time. And she's picking up a few spare

Okay, how about some more data? I'm not doing much good just standing here.

Give me a few more minutes.

Some of these samples are dangerously volatile.

Okay.

Look, why don't you go down to the animal test lab for a few minutes?

I'll catch you there later.

You bet.

Hey, how's it going in here? Real good.

The animals show no side effects.

Neither do I. I just had my first session as a guinea pig.

Mm -hmm.

You do look a little furry.

Thanks, Pete. I can always count on you for flattery.

I'll catch you guys later.

Okay, David, I'll see you this afternoon.

And look, cheer up. That accident could have been a lot worse.

Yeah, all right. Bye.

You did say Rita was okay, didn't you? Yes. Luckily, she was in a different

of the building with Art when it happened.

I don't like the idea of Rita being endangered.

What kind of experiments is your friend running, anyway?

He's been funded by Sorghason Chemical to develop a consciousness control drug.

Consciousness control?

I like that even less.

That sounds like witch doctoring to me.

Well, it could have a very valuable purpose for the medical profession. I

for anesthesia or diagnostic practices.

Anyway, I'm sure Sorgason wouldn't be involved if they didn't think this was

worthwhile.

Sorgason Chemical?

That's a big outfit, isn't it?

Yes, a man named Hanson is guiding this project.

But from what David tells me, it may be all over after today.

Why is that?

Well, Mr. Hanson is meeting with David later on today for an evaluation.

Hanson.

That wouldn't be George Hanson, would it?

Yes. Yes, it is. Why?

Well, back before you came on the paper, we ran a story about a George Hanson.

He was suspected of stealing chemical formulas.

What happened?

Nothing, sir. Remember, the case was dropped and he was never prosecuted.

In detail.

Equipment destroyed, supplies ruined, and the entire experiment series blown.

Along with a lot of Saugus and chemicals money.

Yes, sir.

Okay.

What's left?

We're working on the catalepsy drug.

Let me show you.

27 minutes. You're just about in time.

Let's bring her out a little early.

Small operation in the current flow.

And the rigidity vanishes.

Wow. How was it?

Best imitation of a 5 foot 2 inch oak plank I've ever seen.

Rita, Art, this is Mr. George Hanson.

Vice President, Research, Sorghum Chemical.

How do you do?

You achieved effective and disparalysis, right?

Don't ask me. I was out of it.

Unconsciousness?

Insensitivity? High degree of rigidity?

Any commercial possibilities?

I'm just a lowly assistant.

I keep an eye on Rita while she's in the catatonic state and, um, excuse me.

And I work on my term paper.

My field of study is incunabula.

That's a $3 word for expertise on books published before 1500.

Matter of fact, I'll be checking a $2 million Gutenberg Bible that's being

loaned to the university.

It'll be here this afternoon.

That's very interesting.

But my concerns are more practical.

Unless you come up with something commercial now, the money from Sargas

Chemical stops.

Mr. Hanson, you're not interested in Dave and Art doing research.

You're asking them to perform miracles.

I have to justify the money my company invests. But we're not finished with the

test series yet.

We're just about to run a set with increased compound strength.

At least let us try.

All right. Good. Let's get to it.

Plus catalyst to bond the ox are all.

Rita, that's not the catalyst.

Oh, David, I'm sorry.

That's okay. Just don't dismiss. We'll run another batch.

Sorry. I can't waste any more time.

Look, you owe us the lousy few minutes it takes to get a new batch.

I owe you nothing.

We're making progress here.

I can show you in my lab notes.

You can take your notes and throw them out the window.

Is that your idea of a joke?

No. You tried to ridicule me.

You're insulting.

Instead of resenting my canceling your grant, you should crawl on your knees to

thank me for giving you a chance.

Thank you for giving me a chance.

Kiddo.

Stop.

Jump up and down.

Stop.

All of you obeyed me. Why?

We must.

And if I tell you to cut your throat with that lab knife?

No, stop.

David, Rita, mix up some more of whatever was in that beacon.

Peter, hi.

Julie, it's really nice to see you. Good to see you.

Are you covering something?

Oh, background pictures on the new exhibit of antique jewelry at the

Museum. Oh, right.

Dull, dull, dull.

But that's my assignment.

I know exactly what you mean.

You've recombined this substance perfectly.

So there's no loss of intelligence or memory.

Perfect memory, as a matter of fact.

Isn't that correct, David, Rita? Yes. Art?

Yes. And when you all come out of this state of suggestibility, there's no

memory of time lapse.

David, if I give you orders while you're under the influence of this substance,

will you ignore anybody else's orders?

I will do whatever you tell me.

Art, what did you say you'd be working on this afternoon?

A Gutenberg Bible.

Well, purely in the interest of science and my future economic well -being.

We're going to test this new substance that you've stumbled onto.

Inside. I mean it.

Go back inside, but first repeat your orders.

We will forget everything about the chemical components of the compound

you command us to remember.

Very good. You can go now.

I've got him.

What's going on?

Spider -Milk.

What happened?

Spider -Milk.

What are we doing here?

Where am I?

What do you mean, Hanson?

Quit. Resign.

Depart the hallowed halls of Saugus and Chemicals. Saugus and?

Leave. Dessert.

You're drunk.

I'm high. There's a difference.

Don't be stupid.

You're nothing.

A failed chemist with a minor talent as an administrator?

You quit, and I'll hire you back in three months for less money.

Because by then you'll really be hungry.

I don't think so.

Ben, I've come into some money, and I've got some really fascinating research

projects planned.

So don't call me, and I'll try to forget you.

I think I'm sufficiently familiar with the circumstances of the crime now. Will

the principals please step forward?

You need not enter a plea now, but I hope you'll give some thought to the

of the plea you will be entering soon.

Your Honor, we honestly don't know how to plead.

Because... We don't know what we did.

If it pleased the court, the people can produce witnesses to the alleged

robbery. We know that, but we swear.

I don't know what we swear.

This is bizarre.

Are they on drugs?

Absolutely not, Mr. Jameson. I've known David for years. He's a serious

scientist. And you certainly know Rita. If it pleased the court.

I'm here to represent these young people.

We hope that any arraignment can be postponed and that they can be released

their own recognizance in order to avoid even the suggestion of a criminal

record. The fact is a criminal action did occur.

Now, past records notwithstanding, we are dealing here with a very serious

offense. We are, of course, aware of that, Your Honor. The bugle guarantees

availability and the presence of the individuals concerned in the alleged

We hope for time to sift the facts and establish their innocence.

By any chance, was the theft of the Gutenberg Bible a planned practical

No, Your Honor. I would hope not.

I've just been advised that the Bible's been returned undamaged, left on the

university receiving dock in an unmarked package.

I'm sorry, sir. Nobody's allowed in here without proper authorization.

Of course.

Fortunately, I have all the authorization I need.

Now, you're all wondering why I've called you together.

I'm here.

Oh, come on, Rita. Not sure of.

Give me a group of one reason why I should be cheerful.

Look, we're going to get you out of this mess. Now, the Bible was returned.

That's going to make it easier. Hold on just a minute.

What a stupid thing to steal. I mean, nobody could sell it.

The judge knew something was fishy. That's why he released you on your own

recognizance.

The trouble is, I don't recognize me.

Pete, what was I doing in that library?

And how did I get there?

Just relax, Rita. We're going to figure all that out.

Anyway, I've got a hunch about what happened.

For instance?

You don't know what you were doing, but your actions were patterned and they

were complex.

Now, to me, that indicates that you had been given orders while you were under

some kind of, I don't know, some kind of hypnosis.

But who?

How?

That's why we're meeting, to figure out our next move.

Just so it isn't a move into new quarters.

Eight by five with bars on the windows.

Door's open, guys.

Hi. Hi. Did you arrange for us to have a hearty breakfast?

Come on, Art. We're going to beat this thing. Now, first, nobody has any

recollection of what happened, right?

Silch. Likewise.

Me too.

It started in the lab.

Yeah? Then that's where we should start.

Uh, no, I don't think you're going to be able to count me in, guys, because if I

don't get back to work soon, Mr.

Jameson's going to kill me.

And besides, I don't know anything about the technical part of the lab work to

be of any real help.

We're not sure it's anything technical.

Oh, I think we have to assume that it is.

Now, something must have triggered your loss of memory and your behavior.

Nobody knows of any substance that can do that.

This must represent some kind of technical advance.

Okay. Well, I wish you guys luck.

See you later.

Wait a minute, Rita.

Look, technical includes me out too, and besides, I've got to meet my parents

and explain to them how their son, the Incunobulus, became their son, the

All right.

David and I will have a go at it.

Come on, Rita.

So long, Rita. Bye.

Julie, what are you doing here?

Same thing you are, I'll bet.

Peter's here just as a friend.

Not as a newspaper photographer.

Look, can I just watch?

Okay. No pictures, I promise.

I'm just trying to understand what happened.

She's pushy.

But you can trust her.

Thanks. Okay.

But I don't know what you're going to learn.

I haven't the slightest idea what caused me to do it.

Now... You were working with psychochemicals, right? Sure.

And conditioning techniques.

Pete, nothing I know would have caused me to arbitrarily commit a crime.

And hide the loot.

Or whatever.

Yeah.

It's the whatever that interests me.

Now, why don't you try to recollect whatever happened at the laboratory?

All the details, David.

Actually... Actually, I had some lab notes.

We've been finishing a test series on an industrial grant.

I can't seem to find them.

I can't find them.

Have you tested any of these drugs on mice?

No. Of course not.

At least... I can't remember.

I'd remember if I used test mice.

Anyway, there's no psycho chemical that would make anyone commit a crime.

All right.

Kill him.

Kill him.

Now, what did that just prove?

I will kill when ordered.

Or steal, or whatever, right?

Yes.

Obviously, the diamonds, rubies, and emeralds which are on display here would

command a staggering price if they were just ordinary jewels.

These, however, as you can plainly see, are far from ordinary.

I'm not merely referring to their historical significance.

These are extraordinarily valuable, not only because of their intrinsic worth,

but because each gem is a flawless... I'm very sorry, ladies and gentlemen,

but... It appears that there is a malfunction in the alarm system.

is outrageous.

We'll have it fixed in a moment, Dr. Stilwell.

If you'll all step outside, please, for just a moment.

Well, what are you guys doing here?

Where am I?

We'll want to talk to you, miss.

As far as I know, you're the only witness.

Mr. Hanson. David, I want you to help me with something.

David, I want you to make more of the compound.

Now. There are no more supplies here.

Well, aren't there more chemical supplies on campus?

Yes. Where?

In the center storage room. Let's get them. Now.

the ingredients here?

Yes.

Then mix it here, now.

Somebody might make a deduction from the missing chemicals.

David wrecked this place.

And then forget the whole thing.

Yes.

Peter. Peter, what?

Oh, my God. David, it wasn't you.

Your mind was controlled.

And we're going to find out how.

You are relaxed now?

You are at peace.

Relaxed.

How are you, David?

Take a deep breath.

Close your eyes.

Now imagine yourself walking down a staircase.

One step at a time.

Take a deep breath.

Relax.

Let go.

Take another step.

Now, David, Peter will be asking you some questions, and you will be

him.

David, do you remember smashing up the chemical supply room at the research

center? Sure, I smashed it up.

Because somebody told you to.

Yes.

Who was it, David?

No!

Okay. You're awake.

Did it work?

No. Yes.

We know that he has the information in it.

David, it is locked inside you by the same psychochemical you were ordered to

forget. Now look, remember that mouse in the laboratory?

Yeah. It was in a catatonic state, exactly like you and Rita and Art.

That's one of the effects of compound 16B. David, you have an antidote to

effects. Yes, there is.

A chemical dosage with a weak electrical current.

That might unlock my brain.

If only I weren't so naturally resistant to such drugs.

I'm talking about studying them, not using them. Those are very dangerous

Peter, I've stolen the Gutenberg Bible.

I wrecked the chemical stores. I could have blown up the center.

I'm walking in a nightmare. I have got to take the risk.

Tom, hold everything now.

I had a hand in that Bible heist, too.

I've got information locked inside my head.

And I'm not so resistant to these drugs as you are.

Rita, I can't allow you to take the risk.

Thanks, Mr. Jameson, but we don't have any other choice.

Rita, this could be a very bad trip.

Yeah, well, tell me about it when it's over.

All right, Hanson, I'll give you five minutes.

What's so important?

Ben, you drink too much.

Did you know I despise you?

Yes. Then maybe you'll understand how much pure pleasure this gives me.

Do you keep files on all the secret technical data of the company's own

processes? Yes.

Good.

How valuable are they? The estimate at the latest internal audit was $42

million. Bring me those files.

I can't.

The secret data files are in the plant, in a vault.

Three keys are required to open it.

Mine, Martelli's, and Goldman's.

All right, where can I find Martelli and Goldman?

Martelli's at home.

Goldman's on vacation in Spain.

Pour yourself a drink, Ben.

How big is this collection of dollars?

Total weight, including containers, approximately 1 ,100 pounds.

I'll need a truck, men...

Good men and true.

Ben, call whoever's in charge of the corporation's jet plane.

Have it ready for a top -secret flight in the morning.

To Europe.

I'll be the only passenger, but I'll have 1 ,100 pounds of luggage.

And when you finish, Ben, forget everything about this.

Yes.

Graves, this is Mr. Saugerson.

up, Captain? Just a little experiment, Lieutenant.

Captain, you'll remain here until further orders.

Okay, assault team. Bravo.

Now hear this.

Hey, what gives? Any progress?

Look, Julie...

This whole situation has gone way past any kind of newspaper competition

you and me.

Now, we are planning on doing something, but I can't tell you about it.

On the level?

I got a lot riding on this.

Like, maybe a few years in prison, so... I treated as confidential until you

gave me the word.

No, I'm sorry.

Now, please, for the sake of everybody involved, just back off this story,

Julie, I'm asking you this as a favor.

That double strength.

You all know the rest of the techniques.

Well, wish me luck.

Rita, I don't like this.

Hey, come on, Pete. I'm going to be okay.

It's starting to take effect.

Okay, let's wire her up.

catatonic state.

Okay.

Let's get her off the board. All right.

Easy does it. Don't jar her. Everybody be real careful now.

Pulse is 42.

She's way under, Peter.

When the current alteration hits, it's going to be a considerable drop.

Okay. Ready?

Ready.

Now.

Rita, you helped steal the Bible. Now, who told you to do it? No. Who told you

to steal?

Who drugged us, Rita?

Who was it, Rita? No, it happened.

Sargas and chemicals are closed on the weekend. Now, how can I get in touch

him? The number is in the book by the phone.

Morning, Jackman.

Come to make a small withdrawal.

A few things I left behind.

Call in the other security patrols. One by one.

That way nobody gets his head blown off.

Yes. And you will forget this incident.

Yes.

You keep everybody out.

What do you want?

I'm sorry to disturb you, sir, but there's been an emergency at the

Research Center. We're trying to contact a Mr. George Hansen. He's no longer

with the company.

I haven't seen him since.

Sir, your housekeeper said he was here last night.

What? Maybe he was.

I'd probably throw him out.

And if you don't mind, I find the subject of George Hanson an extremely

irritating one, so let's terminate this. Mr. Sorgerson, would you mind

contacting your office to see whether maybe you might have given them some,

well, any instructions last night?

Well, that's absurd. I would have remembered.

Please, sir, it's very important.

This is Mr. Sauguson. Do you have a record of any requests from me last

Plane.

Ready to fly where?

Just below the door. No damage to the interior.

Yes, sir.

Take one man and get rid of him. Yes, sir

What's going on here, handsome?

I want this man arrested.

I came here to say goodbye to the old office.

And I saw a robbery attempt.

And this maniac attacked me. It was your robbery attempt.

Prove it, Spider -Man.

Don't!

George Hanson, you will tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the

truth about your crimes.

You will not remember the chemical structure of the psychodrug compound.

Begin.

The first crime was the Gutenberg Bible.

After I had placed the three university researchers under psychocontrol,

David, Rita, Art, we all agreed that the secret to this psychochemical compound

should be lost forever, correct?

Yes. Then this is an order.

Forget the chemical structure.

Forget the components.

Forget everything.

This is not only my order to you, it's your order to yourselves.

It is forgotten.

Understood? Yes.