In a world where danger lurks around every corner, an American engineer named Peter Bowman is kidnapped in a South American country amidst a tense civil war. His wife, Alice, finds herself completely lost and desperate. Caught between fear and uncertainty, she receives help from a rescue expert, Terry Thorne, who has made it his specialty to work in high-risk situations.
As time runs out and the demands of the kidnappers become increasingly demanding, the relationship between Alice and Terry evolves from pure cooperation to a complex emotional connection. While Terry navigates the dangerous underworld of negotiators and insurgents, his genuine concern for Alice's well-being intertwines with the desire to fulfill his professional duty.
The film explores not only the palpable tension of an imminent rescue but also the moral dilemmas Terry faces as he delves deeper into Alice and Peter's personal lives. As a possible resolution approaches, the line between duty and feelings blurs, leading the characters to decisions that could change their lives forever. With stunning South American landscapes as a backdrop, this thrilling and emotional story reminds us that, in extreme situations, love and loyalty can arise where least expected.