The film was shot in various locations around New York City and tells the story of Khalil, an Arab diplomat played by Sean Connery, who has a bold and dangerous plan to achieve peace with Israel and even proposes accepting the Jewish state into OPEC. This controversial political stance immediately makes him a target, and he becomes the object of a series of cunning assassination attempts. With the help of his loyal friend Hamid and girlfriend Nicole, he survives most of these attacks, but the film maintains tension by raising the question of whether even the closest people can truly be trusted. The film combines elements of a political thriller with action scenes set against iconic New York City backdrops, capturing the gritty mid-1970s atmosphere of Manhattan.

Filming Locations:

United Nations Headquarters

In the Film

Scene where Arab diplomat Khalil presents his controversial peace plan with Israel and the inclusion of the Jewish state in OPEC, which sets the entire plot in motion and defines the political conflicts of the story.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the United Nations Headquarters complex, located along First Avenue in Manhattan between East 42nd and 48th Streets. The complex serves as a center for international diplomacy and has been featured in many films due to its recognizable modernist architecture and global significance. Built in 1952, it remains one of New York City's most famous landmarks.

Caffe Reggio

In the Film

Scene where an important meeting or conversation takes place in the famous Greenwich Village coffeehouse, creating an intimate and atmospheric setting that sharply contrasts with the high-stakes political intrigue surrounding Khalil's dangerous diplomatic mission.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the historic Caffe Reggio, one of the oldest coffeehouses in Greenwich Village, located at 119 MacDougal Street. Opened in 1927, it is known for being one of the first coffeehouses in America to serve cappuccino. The interior is decorated with antique furniture, paintings, and a charming old-world European atmosphere that has attracted artists and intellectuals for decades.

Sheep Meadow, Central Park

In the Film

Scene where an outdoor scene takes place in the vast green meadow of Central Park, likely involving surveillance, a secret rendezvous, or one of the assassination attempts on Khalil, using the open space to create a sense of defenselessness and vulnerability.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Sheep Meadow, a huge 15-acre open lawn located in the southwestern part of Central Park, between 66th and 69th Streets. Originally used for sheep grazing until 1934, it is now one of the park's most popular spots for relaxation and recreation. The vast open green space is surrounded by the Manhattan skyline, making it a visually striking location for filmmakers.