A theater owner who shows exclusively silent films, Oliver is acquainted with Warren and married to Martha. He secretly frightens Martha to death because she cannot scream, then admits his guilt. His terror at Martha's reanimated body provides the story's final consequence.
Emmett Perkins is a thief who employs Barbara Graham to lure men to his gambling parlor. After Barbara leaves him to marry Henry, she returns when financial hardship leaves her desperate. Perkins is later associated with John Santo and Bruce King, and he is convicted with Barbara and John and sentenced to death.
Griff's father, Mr. Rimer threatens to press charges against Harrison High after Buddy beats Griff. His complaint leads Principal Donlan to suspend Neil and promise that Buddy will be expelled. The plot identifies him through his connection to Griff and his response to the school fight.
Philip Coolidge has 22 screen credits in a career dating back to 1947. Signature works include The Tingler, The Sharkfighters, The Two Kingdoms. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
