Dirty Angels

Dirty Angels

Year: 2024

Runtime: 1 h 44 m

Language: english

Director: Martin Campbell

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An American soldier named Jake joins an all-women commando unit to rescue a group of schoolgirls held hostage in Afghanistan. The team plans to infiltrate the terrorists’ camp by posing as members of a relief organization, but the mission is complicated by betrayals, tragic events, and Jake's personal history.

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1

Terrorist Attack

A group of terrorists storms a girls' school during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. They capture several students, including Badia, the daughter of the Minister of Education and the U.S. Ambassador's daughter, creating a dire situation.

Girls' School, Afghanistan
2

Initial Escape Attempt

Some girls at the school manage to escape to the rooftop, hoping for rescue. Unfortunately, they are eventually captured by the terrorists, reinforcing the danger the hostages are in.

Girls' School Rooftop, Afghanistan
3

Ransom Demands

The terrorists issue stark demands for $10 million per hostage and the release of their leader, Sheik Al-Shimali. This creates urgency for the U.S. military and the families involved to respond quickly.

4

Failed Rescue Attempt

Delta Force launches a rescue mission to save the hostages but it ends in failure. This failure prompts the U.S. military to reassess their strategy and come up with a new plan to rescue the girls.

5

Recruitment of Jake

The U.S. military decides to recruit Jake, a skilled female soldier, to lead the new rescue mission. She is tasked with assembling an all-female team, showcasing the innovative approach to the complex situation.

6

Assembling the Team

Jake gathers a team of skilled women for the operation. The team includes Rocky, Geek, Shooter, The Bomb, and Medic, who each bring unique skills critical to their mission's success.

7

Infiltration

The team poses as medical personnel to infiltrate the region. With the help of the Afghan Minister of Education, they successfully cross the border into hostile territory, deepening their commitment to the mission.

Afghanistan Border
8

Operations and Casualties

The team conducts several dangerous operations, including raiding a weapons cache. Tragically, they suffer casualties, including the loss of Dr. Mike and Travis, highlighting the risks involved.

9

Betrayal by Awina

During their operations, the team discovers that Awina, one of their local contacts, is betraying them by informing the terrorists of their movements. This betrayal complicates their efforts and increases their urgency.

10

Rescue of Sheik Al-Shimali

The team orchestrates a daring rescue of Sheik Al-Shimali during a transport. However, the mission comes with a high cost, as they also lose Rocky, intensifying the emotional stakes of their operation.

11

Negotiation Attempts

In their attempt to negotiate, the team uses Sheik Al-Shimali and counterfeit money. Unfortunately, the terrorist leader quickly detects the fake money, leading to escalating tensions and violence.

12

Final Assault

As the situation deteriorates, the U.S. military launches a final assault on the terrorists' cave base. This climactic showdown determines the fate of the hostages and the mission team.

Terrorists' Cave Base, Afghanistan
13

Climactic Rescue

During the climactic moments, Jake confronts and kills the terrorist leader, showcasing her resolve. Meanwhile, The Bomb leads the rescued girls to safety, highlighting the team's bravery and coordination.

14

Evacuation by Helicopter

After successfully rescuing the hostages, the team uses helicopters for evacuation. However, the mission claims several team members' lives, emphasizing the sacrifices made for the successful outcome.

15

Return for Geek

The film concludes with Jake and Malik deciding to return to rescue Geek who stayed behind to cover their escape. This demonstrates their commitment to their team and the bonds formed during their harrowing mission.

Last Updated: January 19, 2025 at 18:49

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