Target Number One

Set in 1989, the film captures a period marked by global drug trafficking concerns and high-stakes investigations. It shows the tension between media scrutiny and legal processes as a major case unfolds across two countries. The era’s political and judicial climate amplifies the stakes for everyone involved, from journalists to police to the accused.

The story unfolds between Canada and a Thai prison, placing a Canadian journalist in a foreign legal system. It contrasts the bustle of a Canadian newsroom with the claustrophobic confines of a Thai facility where a Canadian citizen faces the death penalty. The settings highlight cross-border justice and the pressures of international investigations.

⚖️ Truth & Justice

The investigation pits the pursuit of truth against flawed procedures and mischaracterizations. It shows how evidence can be mishandled and how truth-tellers clash with bureaucratic inertia. The story underscores the fragility of justice when media pressure and institutional interests intersect. Ultimately, an ethics review attempts to reckon with the mistakes and possible accountability.

🌐 Cross-Border Justice

The narrative hinges on the tension between Canadian and Thai authorities as they navigate an international drug case. It reveals how cross-border cooperation can be corrupted by haste, misdirection, or political pressure. The film examines how different legal systems interpret guilt, due process, and the severity of punishment. It also shows the ripple effects on individuals caught in the machinery.

🌱 Redemption & Resilience

Despite the chaos, the story follows characters who seek renewal—Daniel Léger’s struggle with addiction and the eventual clarity he gains through experience and education. The arc emphasizes endurance in the face of wrongful accusations, a harsh trial, and a lengthy path toward eventual release and reintegration. It also notes the reporter’s return to investigative integrity after personal and professional upheaval.