In a world marked by terrorism and uncertainty, a former American soldier turned dangerous jihadist is captured by security forces following the threat of an imminent nuclear attack. With a clock ticking against them, authorities face a moral and ethical crossroads: how far can they go to obtain information that could save millions of lives?
The FBI agent, played by Samuel L. Jackson, is assigned to interrogate the prisoner, a character portrayed by Michael Sheen, who has been radicalized and has no qualms about using psychological torture to keep his secrets. With the help of a young and determined agent, the team tries to unravel the mind of the captive as minutes pass and anxiety grows.
The tension intensifies as the dilemmas of justice and human nature are revealed. Each attempt to obtain answers leads to extreme situations, unleashing a torrent of emotions in everyone involved. As circumstances push the characters to a critical point, the line between good and evil becomes blurred, and every decision turns into a matter of life or death.
With unexpected twists and a deep analysis of the implications of terror, loyalty, and morality, the story raises unsettling questions that resonate with the audience long after the credits roll.