Lord of War

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐Ÿ”ด 75/100
Total warning time: 9m 3s
Sex/Nudity: ๐ŸŸก 30/100 (1m 23s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 30/100 [00:45:22 - 00:46:10] Brief scene with implied sexual activity, no explicit nudity.
  • ๐ŸŸข 20/100 [01:12:45 - 01:13:20] Scene with a woman in lingerie, suggestive but not explicit.
Drug Use: ๐ŸŸก 60/100 (2m 5s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:15:30 - 00:16:45] Characters snorting cocaine.
  • ๐ŸŸก 50/100 [01:05:10 - 01:06:00] Main character smoking marijuana.
Violence: ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 (4m 15s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [00:25:15 - 00:26:30] Shootout with multiple deaths, some blood shown.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 90/100 [01:30:20 - 01:32:00] Execution-style killing, intense and graphic.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 85/100 [01:45:50 - 01:47:10] War scene with explosions and casualties.
Strong Language: ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 (1m 20s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:10:05 - 00:10:15] Use of 'fuck' and other expletives.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [00:35:40 - 00:36:20] Multiple instances of strong language in a heated argument.
  • ๐ŸŸก 60/100 [01:20:30 - 01:21:00] Casual use of profanity in dialogue.
Lord of War

Details for Lord of War (2005)

Year: 2005
Certificate: R
Lord of War Runtime: 122 min
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama
IMDB: 7.6
Meta Score: 62
Votes: 294140
Gross: 24,149,632
Director: Andrew Niccol
Cast Stars: Nicolas Cage, Ethan Hawke, Jared Leto, Bridget Moynahan

Overview of Lord of War:

An arms dealer confronts the morality of his work as he is being chased by an INTERPOL Agent.

Lord of War FAQ

Q: What is the plot of 'Lord of War' (2005)?
A: 'Lord of War' follows the life of Yuri Orlov (Nicolas Cage), a Ukrainian-American arms dealer who becomes one of the most successful illegal weapons traders in the world. The movie explores his rise in the black market arms trade, his relationships with family and associates, and the moral dilemmas he faces while evading law enforcement, including Interpol agent Jack Valentine (Ethan Hawke).
Q: Who are the main actors in 'Lord of War'?
A: The main cast includes Nicolas Cage as Yuri Orlov, Ethan Hawke as Interpol agent Jack Valentine, Jared Leto as Yuri's younger brother Vitaly Orlov, and Bridget Moynahan as Ava Fontaine, Yuri's love interest.
Q: Is 'Lord of War' based on a true story?
A: While 'Lord of War' is not directly based on a single true story, it is inspired by real-life arms dealers and events. The film incorporates factual elements about the illegal arms trade, including the use of actual weapons dealers' tactics and the political complexities surrounding the industry.
Q: What is the significance of the opening scene in 'Lord of War'?
A: The opening scene of 'Lord of War' tracks the life of a bullet from its manufacture to its eventual use in killing a child soldier. This powerful sequence sets the tone for the film, highlighting the devastating impact of the arms trade and foreshadowing the moral consequences of Yuri Orlov's actions.
Q: How does 'Lord of War' critique the arms industry?
A: 'Lord of War' critiques the arms industry by exposing its moral ambiguities, corruption, and the devastating human cost of illegal weapons trading. Through Yuri Orlov's character, the film shows how greed and opportunism fuel conflicts worldwide, while also implicating governments and corporations in the perpetuation of war for profit.