KFF23: The Point Men

Synopsis

“Pride doesn’t stop bullets.”

In the heart-wrenching tale, a group of Korean vacationers finds themselves caught in the clutches of an extremist Taliban faction during their trip to Afghanistan. Faced with this dire situation, the Korean government takes action and dispatches Jae-ho, a highly skilled diplomat renowned for his expertise in crisis management. His mission: to resolve the hostage crisis and bring the trapped tourists home safely. Upon his arrival, Jae-ho fervently seeks the cooperation of the Afghan government, employing every resource at his disposal to secure the release of the hostages. However, despite his tireless efforts, his endeavors prove fruitless, leaving him in a state of despair. It is at this critical juncture that fate intercedes, compelling Jae-ho to join forces with Dae-sik, a seasoned special agent with unparalleled knowledge of the Middle East. As they embark on their perilous quest to confront the Taliban, tragedy strikes with the loss of the first hostage. Driven to a point of desperation, the two men, initially at odds, find themselves unexpectedly forging an alliance. Bound together by a shared race against time, they navigate treacherous landscapes and overwhelming odds in a desperate bid to rescue the remaining captives.