Lord of War
Where there's a will, there's a weapon
Overview
Yuri Orlov is a globetrotting arms dealer and, through some of the deadliest war zones, he struggles to stay one step ahead of a relentless Interpol agent, his business rivals and even some of his customers who include many of the world's most notorious dictators. Finally, he must also face his own conscience.
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What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set against the backdrop of real-world conflicts like the Yugoslav Wars and African civil wars, 'Lord of War' presents a commentary on the role of America in global arms trafficking.
- 'Lord of War' offers a gripping portrayal of the arms trade industry, shedding light on its complexities and moral ambiguities.
- The film boasts stellar performances by Nicolas Cage and Jared Leto, making for compelling viewing.
- The intricate plot, filled with twists and turns, keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.
- The movie tackles thought-provoking themes such as greed, power, and corruption in international politics.
Fun Facts
- 'Lord of War' was written by Scott Alexander and Joel Coen (of the Coen Brothers fame), who initially planned to direct it but later decided to produce instead.
- Nicolas Cage's character, Yuri Orlov, is based on a real arms dealer named Viktor Bout, known as 'The Merchant of Death'.
- In one scene, Yuri visits an arms fair in Macau. In reality, the filmmakers had to create a fake arms fair since no such event exists.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"Where there's a will, there's a weapon"
Deutsch
DE
Title: Lord of War - Händler des Todes
"Wo ein Wille ist, ist eine Waffe."
Français
FR
Title:
"Vendre des armes est un business comme un autre."
Italiano
IT
Title: Lord of War
"Dove c'è un uomo c'è un'arma."
Pусский
RU
Title: Оружейный барон
"«Первое правило торговца оружием - не будь подстрелен из своего же собственного товара»"
Türkçe
TR
Title: Savaş Tanrısı
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Lord of War (2005) Trailer
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Lord of War (2005) Official Trailer #1 - Nicolas Cage Movie