Franck Lazareff, once a member of France's elite National Gendarmerie Intervention Group (GIGN), has settled into a quieter life with his pregnant wife, Léo (Stéphane Caillard). Their world is upended when Franck survives an attempted murder at work, only to return home and find Léo kidnapped by a group of armed assailants. The kidnappers demand that Franck retrieve incriminating evidence he possesses, which implicates high-ranking officials in a major scandal. With only four hours to comply, Franck embarks on a perilous mission to save his wife and expose the truth.
The title "Ad Vitam," meaning "for life" in Latin, underscores the film's exploration of themes like loyalty, sacrifice, and the lengths one will go to protect loved ones. The narrative delves into Franck's past, revealing his dismissal from the GIGN following a tragic accident, and how his history intertwines with the present conspiracy.
- IMDB Rating - 5.9/10
- Director - Rodolphe Lauga
- Writers - Guillaume Canet, Rodolphe Lauga, David Corona
- Stars - Guillaume Canet, Stéphane Caillard, Nassim Lyes
