Shaun Lawton, born in 1941, is an actor whose contributions to cult cinema are evident in films like Possession (1981) and Wild Geese II (1985). In Possession, he navigates the unsettling terrain of psychological horror, adding depth to the film's exploration of obsession and identity. His role in Wild Geese II further highlights his versatility, as he engages in the gritty world of mercenary action. Lawton's performances resonate within the realms of exploitation and genre cinema, marking him as a notable figure in the SassyFlix catalog.
Wild Geese II
Africa, 1977 Veteran mercenary Allen Faulkner trains and then leads a group of 50 hired soldiers in an attempt to rescue deposed President Julius Limbani. After initially being successful the mission begins to fall apart, double-crossed and caught in the open, an enemy plane strafes Faulkner's men. With what few men remain Faulkner looks to escape the country in an old Dakota aeroplane. With only his best friend Rafer Janders is left to board the plane, Janders is shot in the leg and can't catch the taxiing plane. As the hordes of ferocious Simbas are virtually upon him, Janders calls for Faulkner to kill him, which he regretfully does.
