In the midst of a fierce battle in the jungles of Burma during World War II, a group of British soldiers is captured by Japanese forces. Isolated and with little hope of escape, the unit's lieutenant, a tenacious and experienced leader, faces a moral dilemma that will test not only his sense of duty but also his humanity. As the Japanese subject their prisoners to brutal interrogation, the British soldiers must find a way to stay united and resist under the circumstances.
As the plot unfolds, the film delves into themes of loyalty and betrayal, showcasing how the boundaries of morality blur in contexts of desperation. In an unexpected turn, one of the British soldiers, worn down and manipulated by trauma, begins to question the values he was trained on. The situation becomes even more critical when the unit receives unexpected news of a possible rescue, provoking internal tensions and heated debates about survival and ethics in wartime.
Under the pressure of imminent danger, what does it mean to be human when your life depends on extreme decisions? This powerful reflection intertwines with the story, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats as the characters fight not only to escape but to rediscover their humanity amidst the madness of war.