One of the two murderers who strangle David Kentley to prove intellectual superiority. Hosts the dinner party and uses the murder chest as a buffet table. Appears calm but nervous initially, intercepts Mrs. Wilson from opening the chest, attempts to matchmake Janet and Kenneth to increase tension, and encourages Rupert to approve of their crime. Drinks heavily by the end.
Bart Tare is the central protagonist, a lifelong gun enthusiast who nevertheless fears killing living creatures. After reform school and army marksmanship training, he joins Laurie in robberies, tries to restrain her violence, and eventually seeks escape. He shoots Laurie to save Dave and Clyde, then dies under police fire.
An ambitious usurper who manipulates King Kronas and collaborates with Sonoy the Astrologer to turn Atlantis's power crystals into weapons of conquest. He tries to kill Demetrios and Princess Antillia during the catastrophe, but the uncontrolled crystal projector ultimately destroys him.
A promising young miner destined for hard labor and drinking, discovered by Miss Moffat through a compelling essay. He receives intensive tutoring, passes the Oxford written examination, and wins a scholarship. Torn between his mining roots and academic future, he ultimately chooses education and leaves the village to become a beacon of hope for the community.
John Dall has 14 screen credits in a career dating back to 1945. Signature works include Rope, Gun Crazy, Atlantis: The Lost Continent. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
