Fathom
While traveling through Europe, the stunning American skydiver Fathom Harvill becomes entangled in international intrigue when Scottish spy Douglas Campbell recruits her to assist on a covert mission. As events unfold, Fathom discovers that trust is scarce, even among allies like the enigmatic Peter Merriweather. What follows are a string of adventures spanning bullfights, sun-soaked beaches, and a blossoming romance.
Director(s)
Leslie H. Martinson
David Tringham
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Wuchak
_**Meh espionage spoof with a young Raquel Welch, shot in Spain**_ A California skydiver competing in Spain (Raquel Welch) is enlisted by a secret organization to spy on a war defector (Tony Franciosa) in search of a vital H-bomb detonator. The peripheral cast includes Ronald Fraser, Richard Briers, Greta Chi and Clive Revill. "Fathom" (1967) is a spy send-up in the vein of “Kiss Me Monster” (1969) and “The Girl from Rio” (1969) that came into vogue after the success of the first five James Bond films from 1962-1967. Welch was in her prime here (26 years-old during shooting), looking best in the opening with a red bikini. Moreover, the southern Spain locations are exceptional, Franciosa brims with charisma and it’s always good to see Revill. Unfortunately, the flick’s burdened by a too-twisty script with stilted rapid-fire dialogue. It’s fun, but it’s not natural or compelling. Still, there are several worthwhile scenes, like the skydiving and bullfighting. The film runs 1 hour, 39 minutes and was shot in Andalucía, Spain, with some stuff done in Shepperton Studios, England. GRADE: C
Fathom FAQs
The directors of Fathom are Leslie H. Martinson and David Tringham.
The cast of Fathom includes Tutte Lemkow as Mehmed, Richard Briers as Flight Lt. Timothy Webb, Clive Revill as Serapkin, Ronald Fraser as Col. Douglas Campbell, Chief of HADES, Anthony Franciosa as Peter Merriwether, Ann Lancaster as Mrs. Trivers, Raquel Welch as Fathom Harvill, Reg Lye as Mr. Trivers, Tom Adams as Mike, Greta Chi as Maj. Jo-May Soon (KGB), and Elizabeth Ercy as Ulla.
The duration of Fathom is 1h 39 mins.
Fathom was released on 25 Aug 1967.
Fathom is listed under Action, Comedy, and Drama on Fanbiz.
Fathom has 1 review on Fanziz, with an average rating of 5.0/10. One reviewer wrote: "_**Meh espionage spoof with a young Raquel Welch, shot in Spain**_ A California skydiver competing in Spain (Raquel Welch) is enlisted by a secret organization to spy on a wa..."
