Dr. Malic / Lt. Hastings (played by Cesar Romero) is a protagonist in Latitude Zero.
The primary antagonist and rival of McKenzie. He commands the Black Shark and seeks to destroy Latitude Zero using superweapons and genetically modified monsters. He kidnaps Dr. Okada and Tsuruko, forces Okada to assist him, and is ultimately killed when his submarine is destroyed. Dr. Ken Tashiro (played by Akira Takarada) appears in Latitude Zero.
A scientist initially trapped in a bathysphere during seismic activity. He is rescued by the Alpha crew, brought to Latitude Zero, and volunteers for the dangerous infiltration mission to rescue the Okadas from Malic's island base. Dr. Jules Masson (played by Masumi Okada) appears in Latitude Zero.
A scientist trapped alongside Tashiro and Lawton. He is rescued by the Alpha and transported to Latitude Zero to recover from his injuries. He later joins the expedition team to infiltrate Blood Rock and rescue the Okadas. Perry Lawton (played by Richard Jaeckel) appears in Latitude Zero.
A journalist trapped in the bathysphere and rescued by the Alpha. He participates in the rescue mission but remains the only visitor who wishes to return to the surface. After his memory of Latitude Zero is wiped, he discovers a diamond cache left for him as a reward. Dr. Anne Barton (played by Linda Haynes) appears in Latitude Zero.
Latitude Zero (1969) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.
Characters
Dr. Malic / Lt. Hastings
(played by Cesar Romero) — protagonist
The primary antagonist and rival of McKenzie. He commands the Black Shark and seeks to destroy Latitude Zero using superweapons and genetically modified monsters. He kidnaps Dr. Okada and Tsuruko, for...
Dr. Ken Tashiro
(played by Akira Takarada) — supporting
A scientist initially trapped in a bathysphere during seismic activity. He is rescued by the Alpha crew, brought to Latitude Zero, and volunteers for the dangerous infiltration mission to rescue the O...
Dr. Jules Masson
(played by Masumi Okada) — supporting
A scientist trapped alongside Tashiro and Lawton. He is rescued by the Alpha and transported to Latitude Zero to recover from his injuries. He later joins the expedition team to infiltrate Blood Rock...
Perry Lawton
(played by Richard Jaeckel) — supporting
A journalist trapped in the bathysphere and rescued by the Alpha. He participates in the rescue mission but remains the only visitor who wishes to return to the surface. After his memory of Latitude Z...
Dr. Anne Barton
(played by Linda Haynes) — minor
Key Relationships
Dr. Anne Barton → Dr. Malic / Lt. Hastings
(Conflict Enemy)
Perry Lawton → Dr. Malic / Lt. Hastings
(Conflict Enemy)
Dr. Jules Masson → Dr. Malic / Lt. Hastings
(Conflict Enemy)
Dr. Ken Tashiro → Dr. Malic / Lt. Hastings
(Conflict Enemy)
Perry Lawton → Dr. Anne Barton
(Alliance Teammate)
Dr. Jules Masson → Dr. Anne Barton
(Alliance Teammate)
Dr. Ken Tashiro → Dr. Anne Barton
(Alliance Teammate)
Dr. Jules Masson → Perry Lawton
(Alliance Teammate)
Dr. Ken Tashiro → Perry Lawton
(Alliance Teammate)
Dr. Ken Tashiro → Dr. Jules Masson
(Alliance Teammate)
Story Analysis
A journey into a hidden underwater utopia and a battle against a mad scientist's monstrous weapons.
Plot Progression
The Abyssal Trap
The Utopian Revelation
Infiltration and Assault
Climax and Aftermath
Directed by Ishirō Honda
Latitude Zero (1969) · 5.9/10 · action, adventure, science-fiction
