Dark Of The Sun(1968) May 2026

At the height of the Congo Crisis, mercenary leader Captain Bruce Curry (Rod Taylor) is hired by President Ubi to lead a dangerous mission.

: Jack Cardiff , the legendary cinematographer of Black Narcissus and The Red Shoes . Bruce Curry : Rod Taylor. Ruffo : Jim Brown. Claire : Yvette Mimieux. Captain Henlein : Peter Carsten. Dr. Wreid : Kenneth More. Key Characteristics & Reception Dark of the Sun(1968)

The film has been restored and released on Blu-ray by the Warner Archive Collection , which features a sharp HD transfer and superb color. Dark of the Sun (1968) is a contrast of traditions At the height of the Congo Crisis, mercenary

, 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 Ruffo : Jim Brown