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The Wild Geese

Aug 12, 20211 hr 44 minSeason 1Ep. 23
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Episode description

Colonel Falkner is hired to rescue an imprisoned African president before he's handed over to the countries dictator, assembling 50 hardened mercenaries, they set off for central Africa. Can they complete the mission or will the London based merchant banker double-cross them before they get out? Today we discuss morals amongst mercenaries, a white banker trying to do a Cecil Rhodes, and why this film is a bit problematic.  Enjoy as we return to the ‘70s to review The Wild Geese.
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