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Fathom (1967)

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Reviews Counted:5

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Rotten:3

Average Rating:5/10

Runtime: 1 hr 39 mins

Genre: Action/Adventure

Synopsis: Fathom Harvill (Raquel Welch) is tired of being a mere dental assistant. She breaks out in a most unusual way when her skydiving hobby is enlisted by a Scotsman to uncover an atomic weapon hidden... Fathom Harvill (Raquel Welch) is tired of being a mere dental assistant. She breaks out in a most unusual way when her skydiving hobby is enlisted by a Scotsman to uncover an atomic weapon hidden away in a Ming statue. This 1967 spy film showcases Welch's greatest talents in a wide array of swimwear while weaving a James Bond style tale of intrigue and fleshy pleasures. Clive Revill excels as Sergi Serapkin, a villainous figure whose fear of cold water deadens his menacing power. Yet, the main villain is Communist China as FATHOM fans the flames of the Cold War. [More]

Starring: Raquel Welch, Anthony Franciosa, Clive Revill, Ronald Fraser

Starring: Raquel Welch, Anthony Franciosa, Clive Revill, Ronald Fraser, Richard Briers

Director: Leslie Martinson

Director: Leslie Martinson
Producer: John Kohn

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Emanuel Levy
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Raquel Welch is bubbly as Fathom, but she fails to go beyond the ‘pretty girl in tight clothing’ depth that was written into the role.

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Ryan Cracknell
Ryan Cracknell
Apollo Guide

(Welch), naturally--deserves getting prodded about by a bull while a collection of bad guys poke at her with phallic shunts.

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07/10/02
Walter Chaw
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Those looking for a trip back to the swingin’ sixties, Spanish style, may enjoy Fathom quite a bit, and those who adore the lovely Ms. Welch will have a ball.

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08/26/02
Scott Weinberg
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Typical Raquel Welch bounce and leer action from her heydey.

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