Benny Baker, an actor known for his work in the late 1960s, brings a unique charm to the screen in The Wicked Dreams of Paula Schultz (1968). In this film, he contributes to the comedic and slightly risqué narrative that characterizes the era's exploitation cinema. While his filmography may be limited, his role in this cult classic highlights the playful absurdity and vibrant energy of the period, making him a notable figure in the conversation around grindhouse and exploitation films.
The Wicked Dreams of Paula Schultz
Paula Schultz (Elke Sommer) has been preparing to compete in the Olympic Games, but instead pole-vaults over the Berlin Wall to freedom in West Germany. A black-market operator, Bill Mason (Bob Crane), hides her in the home of an old Army buddy, Herb Sweeney (Joey Forman), who now works for the CIA. Bill is willing to hand her over for a price, to either side, so a disappointed Paula returns to East Germany with propaganda minister Klaus instead. At this point, Bill comes to his senses, realizes he loves her, then disguises himself as a female athlete to get Paula back.
