Hannie Caulder

HANNIE CAULDER is a real find. That it's well-made is not really surprising considering it's directed by the very efficient Burt Kennedy. What is surprising is that it's cast would lead you to believe there's a camp classic awaiting. Raquel Welch is Hannie, seeking revenge on the three creepy hooligans who've beaten her, raped her and left her for dead. Welch gives a terrific and spirited performance and she's helped out a lot by a first-rate supporting cast. Ernest Borgnine, Jack Elam, and Strother Martin are the villains and Robert Culp is Hannie's reluctant savior/mentor. The film is full of odd touches and some of the killings are quite cleverly executed. The bizarre cast also includes Christopher Lee and Diana Dors, who plays a sympathetic madam.