The Horsemen (1971)

Director: John Frankenheimer

In Afghanistan, the ruthless sport of buzkashi is a game of great pride. When Uraz breaks his leg and loses a spirited match, he brings shame to his village, especially his father. After losing his leg below the knee, Uraz, to regain his honor, must learn to ride again and win with a special, one-of-a-kind horse.

Cast

Omar Sharif

Uraz

Leigh Taylor-Young

Zareh

Jack Palance

Tursen

Peter Jeffrey

Hayatal

Srinanda De

Mukhi

George Murcell

Mizrar

Eric Pohlmann

Merchant in Kandahar

Vernon Dobtcheff

Zam Hajji

Saeed Jaffrey

District Chief

John Ruddock

Scribe