Men of War
Director: Perry Lang
Actors: Dolph Lundgren, Charlotte Lewis, BD Wong
PlotA team of mercenaries, led by ex-soldier Nick Gunar, is hired by a corrupt corporation to persuade the inhabitants of a small island to vacate so the company can exploit its valuable resources. Gunar gathers his crew, all seasoned fighters who share a history with him. Upon reaching the island, they encounter the peaceful villagers who are unaware of the potential threat looming over their home. As Gunar and his team try manipulating the situation in favor of their employers, they find themselves charmed by the simplicity and integrity of the islanders.
Gunar starts to grapple with his conscience and questions the morality of his mission. Conflicts soon arise within the team as some members share Gunar's newfound sympathies, while others remain loyal to their lucrative contract. The idyllic environment and interactions with the villagers force Gunar to reflect on his life of violence. This internal struggle peaks as tensions escalate, revealing complex relationships among the mercenaries and complex motives behind each character's actions. As Gunar weighs his loyalty against his moral awakening, shadows of war and betrayal loom, creating a situation more perilous than they ever anticipated.
Writers: Stan Rogow, John Sayles, Ethan Reiff
Release Date: 12 May 1995
Runtime: 102 min
Rating: R
Country: United States, Spain
Language: English, Thai, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
Men of War delivers an unexpectedly thoughtful narrative with solid technical merits and appealing supplements.
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