War on Everyone

War on Everyone

Year: 2017

Runtime: 98 min

Language: English

Director: John Michael McDonagh

ActionComedy

Two morally flexible police officers, Terry and Bob, run a blackmail scheme, preying on both petty criminals and powerful figures. Their operation is lucrative until they cross a dangerous strip club owner and his shadowy employer. Unwittingly, they stumble upon a larger, sinister plot that threatens to expose their own reckless behavior and destroy everything they’ve built.

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1

Corrupt Beginnings

Terry Monroe and Bob Bolaño return to the Albuquerque police force after being suspended for assaulting a colleague. This marks the beginning of their corrupt operations as they engage in systematic assault, robbery, and extortion of criminals.

Albuquerque, NM
2

Monitoring Thieves

While observing small-time thieves, Monroe and Bolaño become suspicious of local criminal Jimmy Harris. They suspect he is planning a significant heist and decide to dig deeper into his activities.

Albuquerque, NM
3

Coercing Reggie

The duo coerces Reggie, a former associate of Harris, using threats of false arrest to extract information. Through Reggie, they learn about Clifford Reynard, the getaway driver for Harris's impending heist.

4

Strip Club Connections

Monroe and Bolaño uncover that Harris' girlfriend, Jackie Hollis, previously worked at a strip club owned by Russell Birdwell. They confront Birdwell to learn more about Hollis' whereabouts after a confrontation with Harris.

Birdwell's strip club
5

Birdwell's Warning

Birdwell informs James Mangan, a British businessman, about the rising tension between the officers and Hollis. Mangan orders Birdwell to intimidate both parties to ensure the heist goes smoothly.

6

Fractured Relationship

Monroe visits Hollis to deliver a new television, during which their relationship begins to develop romantically. However, their personal involvement complicates the ongoing criminal activities.

Hollis's home
7

Deadly Confusion

The officers receive distressing news when they discover Reynard dead, killed by his wife in a moment of rage. In their attempt to control the chaotic situation, they ponder their next steps amidst rising tensions.

8

Reggie's Betrayal

Reggie takes Reynard's place in the heist, leading Monroe and Bolaño to a false location. When they discover the bodies of Harris and his crew, they mistakenly attribute the crime to Reggie.

9

Retaliation Against Birdwell

After learning of Birdwell's harassment of Bolaño's wife, the corrupt officers retaliate violently, severely beating Birdwell to the point of inflicting lasting injury. This marks a significant escalation in their brutal methods.

Birdwell's location
10

Chasing Reggie

Realizing Reggie has fled to Iceland, Monroe and Bolaño track him down. They eventually find him in a crowd, where he reluctantly reveals Mangan's involvement in the criminal undertakings.

Iceland
11

Legal Consequences

Back in Albuquerque, Lieutenant Stanton informs the duo that Birdwell has filed charges against them. Monroe and Bolaño insist they are close to concluding their investigation, leading to mounting tensions.

Albuquerque, NM
12

Caring for the Orphan

During their search for Mangan, they encounter Reynard's son living on the streets. Despite objections from Bolaño and initial hesitations from Hollis, Monroe insists on bringing the boy into his care.

13

A Betrayal Unraveled

As Monroe faces intimidation from Mangan's thugs, the situation escalates violently when Mangan kills Power. Soon after, they learn that Reynard's death was a tragic result of a dark family secret involving child exploitation.

14

Climactic Confrontation

In a dramatic turn, Monroe and Bolaño confront both Birdwell and Mangan in a violent showdown. In a crucial moment, Bolaño's near-fatal situation turns into victory, revealing his protective gear.

15

New Beginnings

The film concludes with Monroe, Hollis, Bolaño, and their families enjoying a serene holiday in Iceland. The picturesque Blue Lagoon serves as a backdrop for their newfound tranquility amidst the chaos they once knew.

Blue Lagoon, Iceland

Last Updated: November 08, 2024 at 04:11

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