Scorpio
Director: Michael Winner
Actors: Burt Lancaster, Alain Delon, Paul Scofield
PlotA seasoned CIA agent, Cross, comes under suspicion from his own agency and is marked for termination. His protégé, a French assassin codenamed Scorpio, is tasked with eliminating him. The tension rises as Cross, aware of the agency's surveillance and Scorpio's expertise, begins to lay plans to secure his escape and expose the corruption within the CIA. With years of experience at his disposal, Cross uses cunning and resourcefulness to stay just a step ahead of his relentless pursuer.
Scorpio, driven by loyalty to the agency and his own sense of duty, navigates the complex world of espionage, where alliances are fleeting and trust is a dangerous gamble. As he follows Cross across various international locations, both men delve deeper into a tangled web of deceit and betrayal. The pursuit intensifies with each encounter, testing their skills and resolve. The mission reaches a critical juncture as their cat-and-mouse game pushes both men to confront their own beliefs and the true nature of their profession.
Writers: David W. Rintels, Gerald Wilson
Release Date: 19 Apr 1973
Runtime: 114 min
Rating: PG
Country: United States
Language: English, French, German
Home Video Reviews
Scorpio's Blu-ray offers a solid AV presentation, excellent performances, and an engaging isolated score, despite the film's missed potential and limited extras.
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