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7.0/10 • 11

1978-11-011h 42m

ThrillerDrama

A group of military officers frustrated by government corruption and brutality attempts a coup.

Directors
Martyn Burke
Writters
Cliff Osmond, Martyn Burke
Editors
Cliff Osmond, Martyn Burke, John Victor-Smith

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  1. Peter O'Toole

    Peter O'Toole

    Colonel Zeller

  2. David Hemmings

    David Hemmings

    Colonel Anthony Narriman

  3. Donald Pleasence

    Donald Pleasence

    Blair

  4. Barry Morse

    Barry Morse

    Dr. Jean Rousseau

  5. August Schellenberg

    August Schellenberg

    Minh

  6. Harvey Atkin

    Harvey Atkin

    Anwar

  7. George Touliatos

    George Touliatos

    Barrientos

  8. Alberta Watson

    Alberta Watson

    Donna

  9. Chuck Shamata

    Chuck Shamata

    Hillsman

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Potsdamerplatz

Mar 21, 2025

10/10

A hidden gem from the 1970s, "Power Play" brings an ensemble cast together as military officers in a fictional country, planning a coup d'état against the unpopular, corrupt and authoritarian regime. David Hemmings and Barry Morse lead the conspirators with more big names being recruited as the movie progresses. The country's ruthless security police, headed by a sinister Donald Pleasence, soon begin to suspect something is going on and the tension is ramped up in the days leading to the planned revolution. Officers become unreliable, plans go awry and it becomes apparent there is a traitor amongst the military leadership. The ending includes some of the biggest and most unexpected twists that I've ever seen on screen. Highly suspenseful throughout with many action scenes towards the end as the coup gets underway. Highly recommended.

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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
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Keywords
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