This is one of the better 'Outer Limits' episodes for several reasons. First, the 'mad' scientist totally devoted to work without feelings for others, such a common theme in so many 'Outer Limits' episodes, while present in Dr. James Hamilton (Gary Merrill) is quickly muted into the background as the story unfolds.
Using electric headsets he accidentally transfers his mind into that of a guilt ridden soldier, Major Brothers (Harry Guardino) and vice versa. Veteran film actor Gary Merrill gives an excellent performance, conveying the mad nature and mannerisms of Major Brothers.
Sally Kellerman appears as Dr. Hamilton's secretary who figures out that the switch has been made, even though no one else on the military base in Greenland believes it. Easy to look at, she does a fine job helping the story swiftly move along.
Quality performances from a small cast, and good editing make this one enjoyable. Even though it's titled "The Human Factor," and we have the expected resolution that scientists should not only need love, but should want love, it's not as heavy handed as the Outer Limits Philosophy is in other episodes.
Using electric headsets he accidentally transfers his mind into that of a guilt ridden soldier, Major Brothers (Harry Guardino) and vice versa. Veteran film actor Gary Merrill gives an excellent performance, conveying the mad nature and mannerisms of Major Brothers.
Sally Kellerman appears as Dr. Hamilton's secretary who figures out that the switch has been made, even though no one else on the military base in Greenland believes it. Easy to look at, she does a fine job helping the story swiftly move along.
Quality performances from a small cast, and good editing make this one enjoyable. Even though it's titled "The Human Factor," and we have the expected resolution that scientists should not only need love, but should want love, it's not as heavy handed as the Outer Limits Philosophy is in other episodes.