: Although set in Africa, much of the film was shot in Jamaica . Availability
, also known as The Mercenaries , is a gritty, hyper-violent action-adventure film directed by Jack Cardiff. Based on the novel by Wilbur Smith, it is set during the 1960s Congo Crisis and is renowned for its unflinching portrayal of mercenary warfare. Plot Overview Dark of the Sun(1968)
: The film’s setting in the war-torn Congo provided a dark, realistic backdrop that contrasted with the more "fun" war movies of the era. : Although set in Africa, much of the
At the height of the Congo Crisis, mercenary leader Captain Bruce Curry (Rod Taylor) is hired by President Ubi to lead a dangerous mission. : Although set in Africa