911恐怖袭击之后，美国针对流窜在阿富汗的塔利班组织进行了无情的打击。他们凭借最尖端的科技，派遣无人机毫无阻拦地突入黄沙遍野的中东地区。远在拉斯维加斯空军基地的美军，只需轻松动动手指便可将数千里之外的敌人瞬间消灭。而且为了防止潜在的敌人对美军造成的伤害，他们不惜以“善意杀戮”的名义对平民百姓发动打击。美军军官杰克·琼斯（布鲁斯·格林伍德 Bruce Greenwood 饰）是作战指挥部中的负责人，在他的指导和监督下，年轻战士们如同打游戏般一次次清除大洋另一边的敌人。屏幕上另一个民族活生生的生活状态，却让少校汤米·艾根（伊桑·霍克 Ethan Hawke 饰）和战友们的内心无法继续保持冷静…… 本片根据真实事件改编。
"Good Kill" (2015), a gripping drama produced by Sobini Films and Dune Films in the United States, delves into the psychological toll of modern warfare. Directed by Andrew Niccol, the film stars Ethan Hawke as Tom Egan, a former fighter pilot turned drone operator. Stationed in the Nevada desert, Egan remotely pilots drones over Afghanistan, executing missions that blur the lines between heroism and cold-blooded killing. The film's title, "Good Kill," becomes a haunting mantra as Egan grapples with the moral ambiguity of his actions, highlighting the disconnect between the sanitized environment of his control room and the devastating impact of his strikes. The narrative of "Good Kill" masterfully explores the emotional and ethical dilemmas faced by drone operators. As Egan watches the daily lives of his targets through high-resolution cameras, he becomes intimately involved in their world, only to be ordered to obliterate them moments later. This voyeuristic intimacy, coupled with the detachment of his suburban life, creates a profound sense of alienation and guilt. The film's intense focus on Egan's internal struggle is complemented by strong performances from supporting cast members, including January Jones as his wife, Molly, who senses the growing distance between them. Andrew Niccol's direction brings a stark realism to "Good Kill," emphasizing the contrast between the mundane setting of the drone base and the life-and-death decisions made within it. The cinematography captures the eerie calm of the control room, juxtaposed with the chaotic aftermath of drone strikes shown in news footage. This visual storytelling underscores the film's central theme: the dehumanization inherent in remote warfare. "Good Kill" challenges viewers to consider the human cost of such operations, not only for the victims but also for those who carry out the orders from thousands of miles away. In its exploration of the psychological impact of drone warfare, "Good Kill" stands out as a thought-provoking and timely film. It raises important questions about the ethics of modern military technology and the toll it takes on those who operate it. By focusing on the personal story of Tom Egan, the film humanizes a complex issue, making it accessible and deeply affecting. "Good Kill" is a powerful testament to the unseen battles fought by soldiers in the digital age, leaving audiences with much to ponder about the nature of war and morality.
年份2015
运行时间104 min
收入316472$
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类型剧情
制作国家United States of America
