High Forces 2024

Gao Haojun, portrayed by Andy Lau, grapples with the intense struggles of mania that dramatically impacts his life. One fateful day, while caught in a traffic jam, a severe episode causes a devastating car accident, resulting in his daughter, Gao Xiaojun, losing her eyesight. This tragic event marks the beginning of a turbulent journey for Haojun, whose condition continues to deteriorate, leading to a violent confrontation that lands him in detention. His family fracturing under the weight of despair, his wife, Fu Yuan, makes the painful decision to leave with their daughter, leaving Haojun drowning in a sea of guilt and regret.

Fast forward several years, Haojun has fought through his personal demons and constructed a new existence as a reputable international security expert with Hangyu Airlines. On what should have been a normal day, he embarks on the maiden flight of the airline’s luxurious Airbus A380, only to find himself face-to-face with Fu Yuan and his daughter once again. The emotional reunion is short-lived, however, as the flight takes a terrifying turn when twelve hijackers seize control of the aircraft, holding its 800 passengers hostage at an altitude of over 10,000 feet.

As chaos erupts and the hijackers begin their reign of terror, Haojun channels every ounce of his intellect and physical skill to confront the threat head-on. Encouragingly, his daughter, Xiaojun, played by Zi-feng Zhang, along with his ex-wife, secretly supports his daring efforts from within the compromised aircraft. Their courage and resourcefulness become crucial to implementing a rescue plan.

In a heart-stopping climax, the combined bravery of the passengers, crew, and our valiant protagonist results in a nail-biting emergency landing on a nearby ring road, aided by a specially equipped truck. By the end of the day, the hijackers are either subdued or arrested, allowing hope and resilience to shine through the darkness of that tragic ordeal. The harrowing experience not only tests Haojun’s limits but also offers a chance for redemption, ultimately weaving themes of family, sacrifice, and the fight against overwhelming odds into an unforgettable narrative.