In a small village during World War II, a group of British commanders bands together to carry out a desperate mission: to infiltrate behind enemy lines of the Japanese forces and liberate prisoners of war from a camp. As the tide of war turns against them, these brave men must face not only the formidable enemy defenses but also their own inner demons.
The squad leader, a charismatic yet tormented commander, strives to maintain cohesion among his men, who are as different from one another as night and day. As their mission progresses, they confront betrayals, sacrifices, and the harsh realities of war, which does not always present heroes. Through a series of intense clashes and exhausting moral decisions, the group becomes a vivid representation of camaraderie and sacrifice.
Tensions escalate when the mission comes under threat and several members become trapped in the crossfire. Desperation turns into determination as they fight to escape and rescue those they have committed to saving. The film, with its focus on action, human drama, and the brutality of war, offers a profound reflection on courage and sacrifice, revealing what it truly means to be a hero in dark times.