Avalanche Express (1979)

In the heart of the Cold War's frosty grip, "Avalanche Express" (1979) unfolds as a gripping tale of espionage, loyalty, and survival. Directed by Mark Robson, the film features Lee Marvin, Robert Shaw, Maximilian Schell and Linda Evans in a high-stakes race against time and treachery. The story ignites when General Marenkov, a high-ranking Russian official, makes the daring decision to defect to the West. In response, the CIA dispatches its seasoned agent, Harry Wargrave, to spearhead the risky extraction. Marenkov carries with him a chilling secret: Russia's sinister plan to develop biological weapons. To unmask the hidden Russian operatives in Europe, Wargrave devises a bold strategy - to transport Marenkov across the continent aboard the "Atlantic Express" train, baiting the enemy into a revealing attack. The journey on the "Atlantic Express" becomes a treacherous voyage teeming with danger at every turn. From the threat of terrorist strikes to the looming dread of an avalanche, the passengers must confront the very face of peril, all orchestrated by the cunning Russian spy-catcher, Nikolai Bunin. A cryptic tape, once decoded, becomes the centerpiece of this tense thriller, with Wargrave ultimately entrusting it as he boards a jet plane with Elsa. "Avalanche Express" is a riveting adventure thriller that weaves together elements of political struggle and personal resilience, all set against the backdrop of a tense global standoff. Based on Colin Forbes' 1977 novel and brought to life with a screenplay by Abraham Polonsky, this film will leave you on the edge of your seat, gripped by every twist and turn in this thrilling game of cat and mouse.

Avalanche Express is an action movie featuring Lee Marvin and directed by Mark Robson.

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