In an Ireland marked by violence and division, a young man named Gerry Conlon lives a carefree life in London, until his world takes a dramatic turn. Following a terrorist attack at a pub that takes the lives of several innocent people, Gerry is abruptly caught up in a web of wrongful arrests. Together with his father, Giuseppe, and four other men, he is accused of being part of the group responsible for the attack, unleashing a series of devastating events.
The plot focuses on Gerry's struggle to prove his innocence amid a corrupt and racist judicial system that stops at nothing to uphold its narrative, even at the cost of the truth. Through his incarceration, Gerry learns how his life has been manipulated by the authorities, confronting not only the injustice of the state but also the betrayal and pain of familial treachery. His relationship with his father becomes a fundamental pillar in his fight, serving as a reminder of the hope and love that persists in the face of adversity.
As the film progresses, the fragility of the concept of justice in a polarized world is revealed, and how a son's fight for his father's freedom embodies resilience and the desire for redemption. With a powerful message about corruption and the indomitable human spirit, this stirring tale is a cry for truth that resonates to this day.