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The Dogs of War, 1980

Starring: Christopher Walken, Tom Berenger

Directed by: John Irvin

Written by: Frederick Forsyth

Language: English

Country: UK

Runtime: 118 min

MPAA Rating:

Rating:6.2

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The mood of The Dogs of War is rough, suspenseful, and exciting. The plot centers around lone wolves, soldiers, and state affairs. It is an action, adventure, and war movie. In approach, The Dogs of War is serious and realistic. The setting is Africa. It happens in the 1980s. The Dogs of War is based on a book. The movie is known for being critically acclaimed. It is especially suggested for a boys' night.

Summary of The Dogs of War

Mercenary soldiers Jamie (Christopher Walken) and Drew (Tom Berenger) are hired by a large corporation to liberate Zangaro, a small African nation, from an iron-fisted despot. Once there, Jamie ends up in jail. After being is brutally tortured, he is helped by Dr. Okoye (Winston Ntshona), a political prisoner, and learns more about the plight of the country's people. After Jamie is freed, he becomes disillusioned with his wealthy employers and joins the Zangaro people on the revolutionary front.