Clock-clock suspenseful movie starring Ryan Reynolds, top-tier westerns, and the amusing 'Something to Lose' - week's film selections of July 7
This week, film enthusiasts are in for a treat as the streaming platform Play features an array of timeless classics starring the legendary Charlton Heston. Here's a rundown of the four films that you won't want to miss.
First up is Major Dundee (1965), a gripping tale set during the American Civil War. Union Colonel Dundee leads a diverse and fractious force, including Confederate prisoners, on a mission into Mexico to pursue hostile Apaches. The mission, fraught with internal conflicts, battles, and tense personal relationships, culminates in a strategic ambush against the Apaches.
Next, we have El Cid (1961), an epic that delves into the complex political and religious conflicts of 11th-century Spain. The story follows Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar (El Cid), a Spanish nobleman who is initially branded a traitor for sparing Muslim prisoners. The film showcases El Cid's journey, filled with years of palace intrigue, a duel with his fiancée’s father, Count Gormaz, and his ultimate victory in defending Spain against a North African Muslim invasion.
Khartoum (1966) is another must-watch. Set in Sudan in 1883, the film tells the story of British General Charles "Chinese" Gordon, who is sent to defend a besieged city against the forces of Muhammad Ahmed, a religious leader who declared himself Mahdi. The film explores themes of duty, religion, and colonial conflict as Gordon acts according to his own judgment to break the siege and confront the Mahdist forces.
Unfortunately, this week's schedule does not feature any films starring Orson Welles, Burt Reynolds, or David Spade. However, Play offers a diverse selection of films, including the action-packed Sam Whiskey, starring Burt Reynolds, and the mysterious Thirst for Evil, featuring Heston and Welles.
In Sam Whiskey, Reynolds plays a character named Sam Whiskey, who is hired by Laura to retrieve stolen gold bars. Meanwhile, Thirst for Evil is a thriller that pits Heston's narcotics police agent against Welles' local police chief in a struggle over evidence.
Other highlights include the emotional Journey to Paradise, which follows a character named Miguel as he escapes a tough home life and plans to visit a paradise to forget his reality. Additionally, the suspenseful 90 Minutes reveals the characters' true identities as they wait for an attack to end.
Last but not least, the platform Play offers the intense Buried, starring Ryan Reynolds, and the gripping Path of Vengeance, starring Burt Lancaster. In Buried, Reynolds plays a civilian contractor in Iraq who is kidnapped and buried alive with only a mobile phone and a lighter. Path of Vengeance, on the other hand, tells the story of Joe Bass, an expert trapper, who seeks to recover his stolen furs from Kiowa Indians.
So, sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in these captivating films. Whether you're a fan of historical epics, action-packed adventures, or suspenseful thrillers, there's something for everyone at Play this week.
The 'Major Dundee' and 'Khartoum' featured on Play this week can offer an insightful look into large-scale conflicts from the past. Meanwhile, when it comes to contemporary entertainment, movies like 'Sam Whiskey,' 'Thirst for Evil,' 'Journey to Paradise,' '90 Minutes,' 'Buried,' and 'Path of Vengeance' offer a diverse selection that spans action, suspense, mystery, and drama, making them an average representation of diverse genres offered by Play.
