Universal Soldier

Pvt. Luc Deveraux arrives on the battlefield near the end of the Vietnam War, filled with expectations of duty and honor. However, he is met with a gruesome reality; he discovers his squad mates and villagers brutally murdered, their ears severed as trophies of war.

Deveraux confronts Sgt. Andrew Scott, who has descended into madness, orchestrating violent atrocities against the villagers and his own squad. Despite Deveraux's pleas for peace, Scott's psychotic tendencies push him further into brutality.

In a shocking display of insanity, Scott executes a boy in front of Deveraux, demanding his allegiance through the act of violence. Deveraux, horrified at the request to kill a girl, intervenes, but tragedy strikes when Scott throws a grenade, killing the girl.

With the situation spiraling into chaos, Deveraux and Scott engage in a fatal gunfight, resulting in both of their deaths. Their bodies are later discovered by U.S. Special Forces, but orders are given to conceal the horrific truth about the events.

Fast forward to 1992, where Deveraux and Scott, both resurrected without memories of their past lives, are called into action as part of the elite counter-terrorism team known as the Universal Soldiers. This program is known for utilizing revived soldiers for military tasks.

A group of terrorists seizes control of Hoover Dam, causing chaos and leaving bodies in their wake. In light of this disaster, the UniSols are deployed to handle the situation, showcasing their supernatural combat skills and unwavering loyalty.

As Deveraux begins to experience flashbacks of his previous life, memories of a Vietnamese bar girl haunt him, adding depth to his character's internal struggle. Meanwhile, flashes of Scott's former self hint at a looming conflict beneath the surface.

Determined to reveal the truth about the UniSol project, journalist Veronica Roberts infiltrates the military base after being dismissed from reporting. She stumbles upon a damaged UniSol, symbolizing the dark underbelly of this government project.

In a heart-pounding car chase, Deveraux and Scott are directed to apprehend Roberts, leading to a tragic culmination where Scott kills her cameraman in cold blood. This interaction highlights the moral struggle within Scott, who is being pulled by his past.

Colonel Perry, concerned about the public backlash from the UniSol project, relentlessly pursues Deveraux and Roberts. As the stakes grow higher, both characters seek to uncover truths that could expose the horrific nature of their enhancements.

They discover the insights of Dr. Gregor, revealing shocking truths about Deveraux's transformation and the moral implications of reviving soldiers. This revelation serves to deepen the narrative around identity and what it means to be human.

In a climactic confrontation, Scott captures Deveraux's family alongside Roberts, which leads to an intense battle. As Scott displays his enhanced strength, Deveraux injects himself with muscle enhancers to match Scott's power, showcasing a desperate fight for his loved ones.

The final showdown culminates in a brutal clash where Deveraux ultimately emerges victorious, delivering a grisly end to Scott. This encounter emphasizes the tragic consequences of their twisted bond formed through shared history and conflict.

Following the explosion, Deveraux finds Roberts, who surprisingly survives against the odds. This moment of connection offers a glimmer of hope amidst the devastation, prompting a reflection on both sacrifice and survival in the wake of violence.

In an alternate ending revealed on the Special Edition DVD, Deveraux's family is tragically killed, altering the course of the story into one of despair. He grapples with loss and the realization of his false existence revealing deeper themes of memory and identity.