Black Sunday
Director: John Frankenheimer
Actors: Robert Shaw, Bruce Dern, Marthe Keller
PlotIn the gripping story, a terrorist group known as Black September plans a massive attack on American soil. Dahlia Iyad, a member of the group, collaborates with disillusioned Vietnam veteran Michael Lander, who works as a blimp pilot. Haunted by his past experiences and filled with resentment towards his country, Lander becomes embroiled in Dahlia's plan to use the Goodyear Blimp, which he pilots over large events for televised advertisements, as a vehicle for their deadly plot. They target the Super Bowl in Miami, intending to unleash chaos during the game's halftime ceremony, ensuring their attack will be televised to a global audience.
Opposing this attack is Mossad agent David Kabakov, who has been tracking Black September after witnessing their brutal tactics firsthand. As he dives deeper into their plot, Kabakov forms a partnership with American intelligence agents who are equally committed to stopping the threat. Their investigation unfolds relentlessly, revealing several layers of complexity that couple political undertones with personal vendettas. The race against time leads Kabakov and his allies through moments of tension, close calls, and narrow escapes as they fight to thwart the attack and save countless lives. Amidst mounting pressure and danger, the outcome remains uncertain as the clock ticks towards an explosive confrontation inside the packed stadium.
Writers: Thomas Harris, Ernest Lehman, Kenneth Ross
Release Date: 01 Apr 1977
Runtime: 143 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Despite its unwieldy narrative, 'Black Sunday' stands out with technical merits and an exceptional HD transfer, making Arrow's Blu-ray a must-own.
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