True Lies 1994

In the midst of a frigid winter’s night, Lake Chapeau in Switzerland serves as the backdrop for a clandestine operation. As security guards with submachine guns and sniffer dogs patrol the grounds, their spotlights casting an eerie glow across the frosty landscape. Meanwhile, beneath the icy surface of the lake’s canal, professional operative Harry Tasker (Arnold Schwarzenegger) slips unnoticed into the shadows, his scuba gear and torch allowing him to bypass the perimeter security with ease. Shedding his diving attire, he emerges dressed in a sleek tuxedo, gun at the ready, as he sets a leather satchel on the frozen lake’s surface.

Tasker then dispatches a coded message to his partners, Albert “Gib” Gibson (Tom Arnold) and Faisil (Grant Heslov), stationed in a surveillance van parked across the lake. With his earpiece tuned in, he proceeds to set up a radio-controlled explosive device on a nearby barrel of benzene, before applying a dash of cologne from a discreet flask.

Seizing an opportunity to blend in, Tasker follows Gib’s advice and gains entry to the château through the service door. As he navigates the kitchen, a culinary artist confronts him in fluent French, but Tasker effortlessly responds in kind, feigning authority as he critiques the sumptuous feast spread before them. He seizes a glass of wine and strides into the grand ballroom, where the strains of “The Blue Danube” fill the air as he exchanges greetings with a dignified sheik in Arabic.

Gib’s voice crackles over the earpiece, querying Tasker about Jamel Khaled’s whereabouts. Tasker reports having located the individual in question. As Harry catches the eye of Juno Skinner (Tia Carrere), who is herself observing Khaled (Marshall Manesh), he momentarily diverts his attention to a military figure, greeting him warmly before abandoning his drink and making his way upstairs.

Tasker’s eyes scan the library, leading him to the second-floor balcony, where he swiftly scales the wall to reach an unoccupied room. With stealthy precision, he hooks up a modem to a waiting computer, transmitting classified files back to his partners in the van. Faisil springs into action, busily decrypting the transmitted data as Tasker disappears into the shadows once more.

As Harry emerges from the second-story room, he inquires about the location of the bathroom in Arabic, prompting the security man to guide him downstairs. Meanwhile, back in the opulent foyer, Harry feigns fascination with the impressive sculptures on display, his eyes scanning the area as more security personnel hurry upstairs. It is here that he encounters Juno, who approaches him and remarks that the sculpture before them is truly magnificent. Harry’s introduction of himself as “Harry Renquist” raises a skeptical eyebrow from Juno, an arts and antiquities dealer specializing in Ancient Persian relics. Their conversation flows effortlessly as they discuss the sculpture’s origins, with Harry revealing his appreciation for the sixth century B.C. period.

However, their cordial exchange is short-lived, as a security guard discovers the breach of protocol and broadcasts the news to his colleagues via radio. In no time at all, the ballroom is filled with the sounds of rushing footsteps, and Gib alerts Harry to the escalating situation. Sensing impending chaos, Harry seizes the moment to whisk Juno away for an impromptu tango performance to the sultry strains of “Por Una Cabeza”. As they twirl across the dance floor, Gib’s urgent warnings fall on deaf ears.

Throughout their energetic dance routine, Harry’s eyes dart about the room, his attention divided between the rhythmic steps and the growing commotion outside. Juno, oblivious to the tension, seems thoroughly captivated by Harry’s dancing prowess. When they finally take a break from the dance floor, Gib’s curt reminder that they have more pressing matters to attend to serves as a rude awakening for Harry.

As they exit the ballroom, Juno is visibly impressed by their impromptu performance. With a hint of regret, Harry bids her farewell, citing an impending flight departure. Juno responds by producing a business card from her dress top, inviting him to visit her offices in Rome. Gib’s parting remark, tinged with skepticism, suggests that Juno’s interest in Harry extends far beyond mere acquaintanceship.

As Harry (actor name) steps outside, he informs Gib of his intention to make a bold exit, leaving the premises unceremoniously via the front gate. However, their tranquility is short-lived, as a vigilant security guard approaches them, demanding to know the purpose of Harry’s visit in perfect English. In response, Harry produces a small metal case, confidently asserting it contains his invitation, before remotely detonating an explosive charge at the nearby boathouse. Seizing the opportunity, Harry dispatches the security guard and alters his plans, sprinting across the yard with abandon.

Undeterred by the presence of two unleashed canines, Harry deftly collides their heads together, rendering them harmless. As the situation escalates, an array of heavily armed pursuers on snowmobiles and skis gives chase, but Harry proves himself a formidable marksman, taking down his attackers as he descends the hill towards the prearranged meeting point.

Finally arriving at the van, Harry dispatches two more would-be assassins on skis before climbing aboard and speeding away. The team then returns to Washington D.C., where Gib (actor name) chauffeurs Harry back home. As they approach Harry’s residence, he discreetly divests himself of his Renquist ID and accepts from Gib a new billfold filled with items designed to support the fabrication of a trip to Geneva – including a passport, ticket stub, hotel receipt, two postcards, house keys, and a commemorative snow globe for his daughter Dana.

Before departing, Harry entrusts Gib with the responsibility of picking him up at 8 o’clock the following day. It is only then that Gib relents, surrendering Harry’s wedding ring before disappearing into the night. As Harry enters his home, he is accompanied by the weighty luggage and a suitcase, as well as the treasured snow globe.

In the moments preceding his entrance, Harry takes a moment to peruse the morning newspaper on the porch steps. The tranquility of this scene is shattered only when Helen (Jamie Lee Curtis), Harry’s wife, emerges from their bedroom, bleary-eyed and inquiring about the nature of his flight. As they retire to bed, the pair succumb to the allure of slumber.

Come dawn, Harry awakens early enough to present Dana (Eliza Dushku) with the snow globe, warning her she is late for school and neglecting to feed their family pet Gizmo. Following Harry’s departure, a disgruntled Dana dispatches the snow globe into oblivion, deeming it a lackluster gift.

As Helen and Harry prepare for another day, they engage in conversation about his recent trip, which he had previously described as a salesman convention. Harry maintains the charade, boasting that his team was the star attraction of the event. Helen responds with a wry remark regarding a call from the plumber, estimating the repair cost at $600. Harry acquiesces to the expense, inquiring about Helen’s response to the plumber’s query.

She playfully discloses having slept with the plumber and negotiated a $100 discount, prompting Harry to praise her cunning and seal their morning with a tender kiss goodbye.

As the door swings open, Gib ambles in, his eyes scanning the space before landing on a peculiar sight: a pack of cigarettes nestled upon the fireplace mantle. However, this is no ordinary pack - it’s actually a cleverly disguised CCD video camera, which he promptly aims at his own jacket slumped over a chair. Meanwhile, Harry’s arrival on the scene is heralded by the roar of a motorcycle as Dana’s boyfriend rides up. Gib obliges by bestowing upon Harry a pair of sunglasses that hold a secret: they’re actually the remote receiving unit for the video camera. As Harry dons the shades, he’s treated to a live feed of Dana pilfering cash from her beau’s jacket - but she swiftly exits the scene before Harry can intervene, and she zooms off on her motorcycle to school with her boyfriend in tow.

As Gib and Harry make their way to work, the latter is regaled with a cautionary tale about Dana. Gib paints a bleak picture of her potential infidelity, hinting that she might be having an illicit affair with her beau. Harry remains skeptical, steadfastly defending his friend’s honor. Gib’s warnings are met with dismissal, but he persists, speculating that Dana might be using the stolen funds to finance an abortion or fuel a drug habit. As they pass through the X-Ray tunnel at their workplace, Gib drops another bombshell: he’s rekindled his relationship with his ex-wife in order to increase his chances of securing the family home during the divorce settlement.

The duo navigates two security checkpoints - including one that utilizes palm, retina, and voice scanners - before finally arriving at their destination: the Omega Sector, aptly dubbed “The last line of defense.” Upon arrival, they’re met with a stern rebuke from Spencer Trilby (Charlton Heston), the eyepatch-wearing head of Omega Sector. Harry attempts to defend his mission in Switzerland, which Spencer dismisses as a total disaster.

Gib and Faisil step forward to support Harry’s claims, producing evidence that Jamel Khaled has transferred $100 million from a bank known to be a terrorist front. Additionally, Faisil reveals that four MIRV warheads have been smuggled out of Kazakhstan. Harry posits that Khaled’s group intends to bring the nukes to the United States, prompting Spencer to demand concrete proof before the terrorists attempt to detonate a nuclear device outside the White House.

Meanwhile, Helen confides in her coworker Allison (Katsy Chappell) about Harry’s supposedly uneventful life as a sales representative. When she can’t sleep, she often asks Harry about his job, finding that it has a soothing effect and quickly lulls her into a peaceful slumber.

As Gib and Faisil present Harry with concrete evidence of Khaled’s dubious $2 million transaction with Juno Skinner, the team leader can’t help but raise an eyebrow at the sheer magnitude of the sum. The deal raises suspicions not only due to its staggering value but also because it appears to be a departure from their usual clandestine arrangement. Juno’s lucrative business in antiquities is well-known, but this transaction seems to be more than just a simple exchange between a collector and an expert. Harry instructs his team to conduct a thorough investigation into her dealings, which ultimately leads him to pay a visit to her Washington D.C. offices.

Disguised as the representative of a San Francisco-based art consulting firm, Harry (as “Harry Renquist”) makes his way into Juno’s office, where she is taken aback by his sudden appearance. Under the guise of discussing a potential purchase, Harry learns that Juno has an uncanny ability to read ancient Sanskrit without sounding out the words. He also discovers that her reputation among art dealers and archaeologists is less than stellar, with many viewing her as someone who uses her diplomatic connections to acquire items from countries reluctant to part with their cultural heritage. As they stroll through a vast bay filled with recently acquired antiquities from the Middle East, Harry’s queries reveal Juno’s extensive knowledge of international diplomacy.

Meanwhile, unseen by the duo, Juno’s employer, Salim Abu Aziz (Art Malik), observes them from across the room, his presence a testament to the level of scrutiny surrounding their interactions. Juno herself is forthcoming about the origin of her antiquities, revealing that most come from ancient Persia, which lies buried beneath the sands of Iran, Iraq, and Syria - making these artifacts notoriously difficult to acquire.

Upon returning to his Marquis Hotel suite, Harry sets up a makeshift office with Gib and Faisil. The team leader is briefed on the potential risks associated with Juno’s business, including the possibility that she may be involved in the movement of illicit goods or dangerous materials. Faisil shares news of multiple calls received by the team, all inquiring about the authenticity of Harry’s alias. In response, Harry orders increased surveillance on Juno and deploys additional operatives to keep a watchful eye.

Unbeknownst to Harry, however, Juno is soon confronted by her employer, Salim Abu Aziz, who lashes out at her with verbal abuse, using derogatory terms in Arabic before switching to English. Despite the harsh treatment, Juno remains stoic, aware that her lucrative arrangement with Aziz depends on her ability to smuggle his nuclear warheads into the United States. Aziz’s ire is fueled by his perception of Juno’s flirtatious behavior towards Harry, which he views as a breach of protocol. He instructs her to uncover Harry’s true identity and location, sensing that their surveillance teams may have compromised their operation.

As Helen rings Harry at his office at Tektel Systems - a covert front for Omega Sector - she is transferred to his hotel suite. With an air of innocence, she shares with Harry that she and Dana are preparing a birthday surprise, hoping he’ll be home by 8:00 PM. Harry reassures her that he will arrive on time.

Meanwhile, Gib drives Harry back to his residence in an SUV, casually remarking that they’re being tailed. Harry swiftly dispatches a call to Faisal, who is monitoring their tail, instructing him to meet at Georgetown Park Mall within three minutes. As Gib pulls up, Harry exits the vehicle and crosses the street, utilizing his cigarette camera to surveil the two henchmen who have emerged from their van. Aziz lingers behind in the trailing car.

Gib dials Helen, concocting an excuse for Harry’s tardiness by claiming he forgot something at the office. Back at the birthday gathering, Dana sits patiently before Helen, her eyes fixed on a seemingly innocuous phrase: “See.” The atmosphere is tense with anticipation.

Harry hastens to Georgetown Park Mall, then swiftly makes his way to the men’s restroom, setting up his camera on the sink and feigning a trip to the urinal. An elderly gentleman sits in one of the toilet stalls. The first henchman enters the bathroom, preoccupied with combing his hair. Outside, a bus arrives between Gib and Aziz’s trailing vehicle. As the bus departs, Aziz vanishes from sight, and Gib discreetly informs Harry.

The second henchman enters the restroom, his hand concealing a suppressed pistol. However, Harry anticipates the threat and dodges the thug’s shot with lightning speed. Seizing control of the situation, Harry knocks the gun out of the thug’s hand before turning his attention to the first henchman, who has drawn his machine pistol. With calculated precision, Harry returns fire, sending the thug crashing to the floor as his weapon discharges wildly throughout the bathroom.

Undeterred, the second henchman attempts to claim Harry’s pistol. But Harry is relentless, kicking the gun away from the thug and initiating a fierce hand-to-hand combat. In a burst of creative problem-solving, Harry rips a hand dryer off the wall and employs it as a makeshift weapon, striking the henchman across the face before shoving him into a urinal, rendering him unconscious.

Harry subsequently handcuffs his defeated adversary, having successfully neutralized the threat.

As the chaotic scene unfolds, Aziz bursts into view, wielding a submachine gun and unleashing a hail of bullets at Harry. However, the cunning protagonist has already turned the defeated henchman into a makeshift human shield, allowing him to absorb the barrage before ducking for cover on the other side of the bathroom. The relentless Aziz proceeds to sweep the stalls with gunfire, methodically clearing each one as he searches for his quarry. Meanwhile, Harry seizes an opportunity to strike back, leaping out of the last stall and reclaiming his own weapon.

The high-stakes game of cat and mouse continues as Aziz and Harry engage in a frenzied chase throughout the mall. The henchman takes cover behind a glass window, blasting away at Gib, who valiantly attempts to return fire from behind a lamppost. Undeterred, Harry joins the fray, pursuing Aziz through the streets on horseback after the latter commandeers a passing motorcycle.

As the action spills into the Marriott hotel’s parking garage, Gib and Faisil converge in their SUV, blocking Aziz’s path. However, the cunning foe seizes another opportunity to escape, hijacking a glass elevator and taking a woman hostage. Harry gives chase, pursuing Aziz through the hotel’s elevators until they reach the top-floor balcony.

In a daring move, Aziz bursts through the glass barrier and leaps off the balcony, plummeting down into the swimming pool of an adjacent building across the street. Harry is hot on his heels, but his horse balks at the edge, causing him to fly off and dangle by the reins – inadvertently leaving his gun behind. After scolding his equine companion as if it were a cop, Harry manages to coax the horse back into action.

As Gib delivers Harry to Helen’s doorstep, the scene is set with balloons and cake still in evidence from the earlier celebration. Waking Helen from her slumber, Harry offers a heartfelt apology for the chaos he has unleashed. Though upset, Helen accepts his contrition, marking a poignant moment of vulnerability amidst the mayhem that has unfolded.

As Harry delves into the depths of his company’s database, he uncovers a crucial connection - the notorious Aziz, a mastermind terrorist dubbed the “Sand Spider” for his ruthless exploits in car bombings and airborne attacks. The team swiftly briefs Spencer on Aziz’s sinister profile, emphasizing that this fanatical leader has spawned a splinter faction known as the “Crimson Jihad”. With Harry’s assurance that they will bring Aziz to justice, the stakes are set for a high-stakes operation.

Meanwhile, Harry attempts to mend his fractured relationship with Helen by dropping by her workplace. However, his efforts are thwarted when he stumbles upon her colleague Allison revealing a tantalizing secret - Helen is on the phone with a mystery suitor named “Simon”. As Helen hastens to meet this enigmatic figure, Harry lingers in another cubicle, eavesdropping on the conversation. Helen’s agreement to rendezvous with Simon prompts Harry to beat a hasty retreat from the office, his mind reeling as he stumbles into the street. Thankfully, Gib intervenes just in time, mistakenly believing Harry is suffering from an illness rather than the emotional turmoil brewing inside.

As Harry and Gib depart the scene, their conversation takes an unexpected turn when Harry confides in Gib about Helen’s infidelity. Gib reacts with a mix of relief and amusement, drawing parallels to his own experiences with his second wife. He advises Harry that Helen still harbors deep affection for him but is momentarily consumed by a desire to explore this new romantic interest. Harry’s anger simmers beneath the surface as Gib urges him to redirect his energy towards professional pursuits - catching terrorists and meting out justice.

Later, at home, Harry’s simmering frustration boils over during dinner with his family. As Helen presents an innocuous excuse for her absence, claiming a visit to the district courthouse, Harry’s expression remains frozen in a mixture of feigned acceptance and seething resentment.

As the day unfolds at work, Gib reveals to Harry that their boss Spencer has granted them permission to conduct an all-encompassing surveillance operation on Juno’s associates. Additionally, Faisil has compiled a comprehensive list of potential Crimson Jihad affiliates in the United States. Harry’s expression remains inscrutable as he absorbs this information, his mind whirring with the implications. He then requests that Gib implement wiretaps on his home phone and Helen’s work phone, but Gib’s initial hesitation sparks Harry’s impatience, leading him to insistently push the matter forward.

Later, Harry peruses the transcript of Helen’s latest phone conversation with Simon, his eyes scanning the words with growing unease. Her agreement to meet him for lunch tomorrow at the same location and his parting phrase - “I need you” - only serve to deepen Harry’s distrust. He crumples the paper in frustration.

That evening, Harry approaches Helen with a seemingly innocent request: he asks her to accompany him to lunch the next day. Helen, however, is less than forthcoming, claiming she has plans to shop with Allison instead. Unbeknownst to her, Harry has secretly retrieved her purse and tossed it out the bathroom window to Gib, who awaits them in the pouring rain. As Harry walks Dana’s dog to the surveillance van, he retrieves the purse from Gib, who has ingeniously sewn various monitoring devices into its lining.

The next day, Harry and Gib tail Helen as she drives to her appointment with Simon in Chinatown. From their vantage point in an SUV, they listen intently as she converses with him inside a Chinese restaurant. Simon (Bill Paxton) spins a tale of covert operations, claiming his recent experiences were worse than those he faced during his Cairo mission. Gib and Harry initially suspect that Simon is a spy using Helen to get to Harry, but their suspicions are quickly dispelled when Simon attempts to take credit for Harry’s shootout with Aziz, producing a newspaper article as proof.

As the 1959 Corvette convertible idles on the lot, its sleek design and rich aroma of leather and gasoline enticingly waft through the air, Simon, a cunning used car salesman (played by an actor), can’t help but sense that Harry is merely feigning interest in the vehicle. With calculated precision, Simon weaves a web of deceit, convinced that Harry is seeking to exploit the Corvette’s potent allure for more than just a spin around the block. As they take the car out for a test drive, Simon’s radar remains on high alert, homing in on Harry’s apparent desire to use the sleek convertible as a tool for picking up women.

Over lunch, Simon reveals his modus operandi: targeting bored housewives with a fantasy of adventure and danger, exploiting their deep-seated desires for excitement and thrills. Harry’s moral compass protests, but Simon’s candor is both fascinating and repulsive. When asked about the husbands of these unsuspecting prey, Simon lets out a wry laugh, stating that if they were to take care of business, he’d be out of business altogether.

As the drive comes to a close, Harry inquires about Simon’s current projects, and the salesman regales him with tales of Helen, an uptight conservative legal secretary married to a dullard. Her remarkable physique and breasts that seemingly defy gravity (“make you want to stand up and beg for buttermilk”) leave Harry momentarily speechless. Though he fantasizes about striking Simon in the face for his egregious candor, restraint prevails.

As they pull back into the dealership, Harry’s attention turns to the Corvette, and with a flourish, he guns the engine, effortlessly spinning the car into the lot before parking it with precision. Simon asks if Harry is ready to take the car home, and in response, Harry requests that Simon hold onto the vehicle for a day, allowing him to ponder his next move amidst the swirling vortex of temptation and moral ambiguity.

As the night wears on, Harry and Gib gather around the SUV’s interior to examine the day’s wiretap transcript of Helen’s communications. Suddenly, Harry slams on the brakes, sending the vehicle screeching to a halt. He orders Gib out of the car, his eyes burning with intensity as he demands to see the missing page from the document. With reluctance, Gib complies, eventually surrendering the coveted paper. As Harry devours the contents, the camera’s gaze shifts to Simon, who is engaged in a hushed phone conversation with Helen. The two conspirators agree to meet on K Street beneath the Key Bridge at 8:00, their voices laced with an air of secrecy.

Meanwhile, Simon takes to his air pistol, peppering a silhouette target with BBs as he seems to revel in the thrill of anticipation. Back in the SUV, Gib’s eyes widen as the GPS tracking device in Helen’s purse reveals that it remains at the house, and the clock ticks perilously close to 8:00. Harry and Gib spring into action, racing against time to intercept their targets before they disappear beneath the bridge.

As they hasten towards their destination, Harry commandeers the comms system, dispatching agents off priority surveillance tasks to converge on Helen and Simon’s location. Gib objects to the misuse of Omega Sector resources, only for Harry to retaliate by threatening to expose Gib’s own misdeeds - a six-week operation blown because of his own personal indiscretions.

Harry’s words hang in the air like a challenge, prompting Gib to reluctantly agree to participate in the covert op. Simon, meanwhile, picks up Helen in his sleek Corvette, and as they exit the city limits, he instructs her to rest her head against his lap. The Omega Sector agent monitoring their movements reports that Helen’s head is indeed nestled in Simon’s lap - a detail that Gib can’t help but find suspicious.

As Simon navigates the Corvette over the bridge, a helicopter hovers discreetly above, its cameras capturing every move. Gib suggests that perhaps Helen is simply exhausted from her ordeal, but Harry remains stoic, his focus fixed on the unfolding scenario. With tensions simmering just below the surface, the stage is set for a high-stakes game of cat and mouse to unfold beneath the watchful eyes of the city’s surveillance network.

As Simon pulls into the rundown trailer park, he leads Helen to his modest abode, presenting it as a sanctuary from the prying eyes that surround him. He warns her that his other hideouts are currently under intense scrutiny, and that this particular retreat offers a sense of security. Inside, Simon confides in Helen, explaining that she is the only one he can trust due to the presence of a mole within his organization. His mission, he reveals, requires her to pose as his wife for an operation in Paris, where anonymity will be crucial. As they prepare to depart, Simon’s cohorts from Omega Sector don their night gear, unaware of the intricate web of deceit that is about to unfold.

Meanwhile, Simon’s words take on a more intimate tone as he convinces Helen to play along, emphasizing the importance of appearances. He removes her glasses and initiates a tender kiss, but Helen’s discomfort is palpable. She eventually pushes him away, refusing to participate in this charade any further. Just as tensions reach a boiling point, the lights flicker out, and Omega Sector agents burst into the trailer, their helicopter’s spotlight illuminating the scene. Simon trips, landing on top of Helen, as Harry, clad in a balaclava, becomes enraged by the perceived betrayal and drags Simon outside, cuffing him before tossing Helen into the fray.

In the aftermath, both Simon and Helen find themselves bound and hooded, transported to an interrogation room with a two-way mirror. Harry and Gib, their voices masked by a distorter, begin to question Helen, probing her connections to Carlos the Jackal, international terrorist extraordinaire. Helen maintains her innocence, claiming a mere two-week acquaintance with Simon, whoever he may be. When asked about her initial encounter with the mysterious figure, Helen recounts a chance meeting at a Chinese restaurant, where she was entrusted with a briefcase containing sensitive materials before being hastily parted from its owner.

As the questioning continues, Helen’s thoughts drift back to that fateful evening, when Simon approached her in the dimly lit eatery and deposited his briefcase, citing national security as the reason. With an air of urgency, he departed, leaving her with a package containing a passport, maps of foreign territories, and an air pistol – an unexpected gift that would change the course of her life forever.

As Harry and Gib resumed their grueling interrogation of Helen, her responses only added to the tension. When asked about her ongoing relationship with Simon, she revealed that he required her assistance, sparking Gib’s prurient curiosity about infidelity. Helen steadfastly maintained her loyalty to Harry, a sales representative for a cutting-edge computer company, describing him as a good man. However, she confessed that Simon had requested her help in posing as his wife on a mission to Paris, an opportunity she craved to feel alive, needed, and special.

As the inquiry turned to Simon’s intentions, Helen’s emotions began to fray. Harry’s repeated queries about her husband ultimately prompted tears, followed by a sudden outburst of fury when Gib pressed for more information. The stool she slammed against the mirror shattered its reflective surface, a testament to her distress. With her composure finally restored, Helen revealed that she still loved Harry with all her heart and would forever.

Harry and Gib’s conversation took an unexpected turn as they decided to assign Helen a mission. In exchange for her cooperation, they would drop the charges against her; otherwise, she would face the bleak prospect of federal prison. With no hesitation, Helen agreed to join their ranks, earning herself the codename “Doris.” As Harry and Gib released her back into the world, they departed, leaving Helen still reeling from the emotional toll of the interrogation.

Meanwhile, Simon, clad only in his underwear, found himself at the mercy of Harry and Gib as they hauled him to the top of a dam. The terrorist Carlos’s true identity was the subject of their inquiry, but Simon insisted that his name was merely Simon, a used car salesman with no connection to international espionage or terrorism. As the ski masks were lifted, Simon’s recognition of Harry sparked another attempt at selling him a Corvette. Gib, however, remained unconvinced, citing Simon’s well-documented terrorist exploits. Undeterred, Simon continued to protest his innocence, admitting only to being a coward who lies to seduce women but never succeeds.

As the situation escalated, Simon’s fear became so overwhelming that he succumbed to an uncontrollable urge to urinate, providing conclusive proof of his lack of involvement in espionage. Abandoned at the dam, Simon was left to ponder his predicament, lost and bewildered as Harry and Gib vanished into the night.

The next morning, Harry’s curiosity gets the better of him as he inquires about Helen’s nocturnal activities the previous evening. Her nervous demeanor betrays her as she concocts a fabricated tale about a flat tire and an excruciatingly slow tow truck arrival. Just then, the phone rings, shattering the fragile atmosphere. Helen answers, only to find herself on the receiving end of Gib’s cryptic instructions, his voice distorted by a mysterious device. He tasks her with retrieving an envelope marked “Doris” at the Hotel Marquis within the hour, warning her to don something tantalizing.

As instructed, Helen arrives at the hotel, resplendent in a flimsy evening gown that showcases her curves. She collects the envelope, which contains a phone number and a tiny electronic device, before making her way to the suite. After a quick transformation, during which she removes her sleeves, rips off sections of her dress, and applies fresh makeup, Helen is transformed into a veritable seductress.

With the electronic bug discreetly hidden in her bra, Helen enters the suite, where she’s greeted by Harry’s recorded voice, courtesy of Jean-Claude’s audiotape. The recording guides her through a series of instructions, including the suggestion to pour herself some champagne and make her way to the bedroom. As she complies, Helen reveals her new persona as Michelle, claiming that Carla has recommended her services. Harry’s response is measured, with him insisting that he will handle the conversation from now on.

In the shadows, Harry watches his wife-turned-prostitute-turned-secret-agent with a mixture of fascination and trepidation. The tension is palpable as Helen navigates this precarious situation, her senses heightened in anticipation of what lies ahead.

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As Harry’s demands grow more explicit, he instructs his companion (Helen) to undress slowly, her movements unfolding like a tantalizing dance. The sultry sounds of John Hiatt’s “Alone in the Dark” provide the soundtrack as Helen sheds her inhibitions, her striptease-like performance captivating Harry so thoroughly that he almost forgets to record their encounter. However, his fixation on the moment is short-lived, and he soon orders Helen to recline on the bed and close her eyes. With a long-stemmed red rose in hand, Harry approaches her, his movements deliberate and sensual. As he plants the flower’s petals against her skin, the air is charged with intimacy until Helen suddenly transforms into a femme fatale, landing Harry a blow from her phone and fleeing the scene.

Later, as they’re whisked away to a private jet by armed guards, Helen’s instincts as a seasoned operative kick in. She assumes control of the situation, ordering the men to release Harry and herself. On the plane, Juno’s arrival sparks confusion, with Helen insisting that she’s her husband’s wife, while Harry insists she’s just a hooker he met at a bar. The tension escalates when Helen produces a locket containing pictures of their supposed life together, only for the flight attendant to intervene with tranquilizers.

As they arrive at Aziz’s terrorist stronghold via helicopter, Juno reveals four majestic statues from ancient Persia, which she dubs “the four horsemen” - treasures so valuable that they’re priceless.

As the statue crumbles open, a hidden compartment reveals a massive case containing a Soviet nuclear warhead, its existence captured by a cameraman’s unwavering gaze. Aziz, his eyes gleaming with an unsettling intensity, turns to Harry (played by…), inquiring about the weapon’s nature. Harry’s nonchalant response is met with a cold, calculating smile from Aziz, who then seizes Helen, holding a knife to her neck as he delivers a chilling ultimatum: surrender the world to the Crimson Jihad’s nuclear might.

Helen, her mind reeling in confusion and fear, wonders how Harry, masquerading as a computer salesman, can possibly reveal the weapon’s secrets. Aziz’s demand for cooperation is met with Harry’s reluctant acquiescence, as he begins to describe the Soviet MIRV-6 warhead in Arabic, pleading with Aziz to spare Helen’s life.

The camera captures every moment of this tense standoff, including Juno’s unsettling amusement at the chaos unfolding before her. As Aziz orders his men to extract the warheads from the remaining statues, Harry reveals his true identity as a spy to Helen, earning him a brutal reprisal: a punch that sends him crashing to the ground.

Meanwhile, the chauffeur rummages through Helen’s purse, uncovering secrets and surprises within. Harry’s candid assessment of the warhead’s capabilities confirms its devastating potential: detonation of all four warheads is possible, rendering the Crimson Jihad an unstoppable force.

Aziz’s impassioned diatribe, captured by the camera’s lens, spews forth a venomous critique of America’s military presence in the Persian Gulf. “You have killed our women and children, bombed our cities from afar like cowards,” he growls, his words dripping with malevolence. “Now, the oppressed have been given a mighty sword with which to strike back at their enemies.”

As Aziz continues his tirade, the camera’s low battery warning flashes on screen, only to be silenced by the cameraman’s hasty departure. The chauffeur’s discovery of a transmitter sewn into Helen’s purse adds yet another layer of complexity to this already labyrinthine scenario.

Meanwhile, Gib (played by…) and his Omega Sector operatives depart Miami, bound for an unknown destination. Their mission is clear: neutralize the Crimson Jihad threat at all costs. Faisil, ever vigilant, tracks the purse’s signal to a remote island in the Florida Keys, only to watch as Aziz crushes the transmitter beneath his heel, extinguishing the signal and plunging the world into uncertainty.

In the dimly lit confines of a small structure, Samir (Charles Cragin), the calculating interrogator, meticulously prepares the instruments of persuasion. Harry’s fate is sealed as he’s injected with a potent dose of truth serum, leaving him vulnerable to the prying eyes and probing questions of his captors. As the serum takes hold, Harry’s senses begin to blur, his vision distorted by a kaleidoscope of colors and shapes, while his hearing becomes muffled, like a distant echo. His mind grows foggy, his thoughts meandering through a haze of confusion.

As Helen anxiously watches over him, Harry struggles to articulate the effects of the truth serum, hazarding a guess that it’s likely sodium amytol or some other potent elixir. Her concern for their mortal coil is palpable as she asks if they’re destined to meet a grisly end, and Harry’s response is laced with resignation: “Yes.” His words are laced with a sense of inevitability as he describes the various ways their captors might choose to extinguish their lives.

The probing continues, Helen inquiring about Harry’s lengthy career as a spy - 17 years, to be exact. When she asks if he’s ever taken a life, his response is tinged with moral ambiguity: “Yeah, but they were all bad.” His words are laced with the weight of justification, a tacit acknowledgement that the ends justified the means.

Meanwhile, Aziz discovers a photograph of Dana in Helen’s wallet, and his gaze lingers on her visage, calculating the potential utility of this newfound discovery. The implications are ominous, as if the terrorists have just been handed a valuable pawn to manipulate in their game of cat and mouse.

As Samir’s malevolent presence returns, he prepares to mete out a brutal punishment upon Harry. However, before unleashing his wrath, Samir poses a peculiar question: does Harry have any confessions to make? With an air of nonchalance, Harry reveals his intention to take Samir’s life in the very near future. Samir’s curiosity is piqued, and he asks for a step-by-step guide on how this fateful deed will be carried out. Harry obliges, detailing a gruesome plan that unexpectedly charms Samir with its cold-blooded efficiency. The moment of truth arrives when Harry reveals his cunning plan to dispatch Samir: by using the handcuffs as a makeshift straitjacket, Harry immobilizes Samir and then proceeds to execute him in the same manner he had just described. A henchman bursts into the scene, only to meet his demise at the hands of Harry’s deadly butcher’s hook. Freed from her bonds, Helen joins forces with Harry, and together they make their escape.

As they flee the building, they take cover behind a truck and bear witness to Aziz’s rallying cry, as he addresses his terrorist cohorts in a fiery display of fanatic fervor. The terrorists, clad in their symbolic attire, chant slogans and brandish their weapons in unison. Meanwhile, Samir’s lifeless body is discovered by his henchmen, who promptly return fire at Harry and Helen as they make their desperate bid for freedom.

Harry emerges from the shadows, armed with an AKM assault rifle, to take down his assailants in a brutal display of close-quarters combat. He dispatches the remaining terrorists with their own knives before claiming another victim with his trusty pistol. As the chaos subsides, Harry and Helen find themselves surrounded by a sea of bodies.

As they observe Aziz’s pep rally from a safe distance, Harry translates the terrorist leader’s impassioned speech to Helen: “It is done. In ninety minutes, a pillar of holy fire will illuminate the skies, demonstrating our unwavering conviction… We are set on our course. No force can halt our momentum now.” The terrorists proceed to seal their warhead with concrete and camouflage it beneath an American flag.

As Harry’s eyes glaze over, Helen inquires about the apparent anomaly – why they would transport trucks onto an island when a more efficient route to the mainland exists via the Overseas Highway. Harry’s response is laced with urgency: they must be situated in the Florida Keys.

As Harry whispers a crucial truth to Helen - that they are the only ones capable of halting the impending catastrophe - he entrusts her with the potent MAC-10, its sleek design a testament to its deadly efficiency. Meanwhile, the terrorists begin loading the warheads onto their trucks, unwittingly setting the stage for a brutal showdown. Harry seizes the opportunity to strike, silently dispatching two unsuspecting mercenaries before snatching an AKM and lobbing a grenade that sets ablaze several drums of gasoline, engulfing the surrounding area in a fiery inferno.

As the darkness descends, Harry’s stealthy assault continues, his pistol blazing away at the remaining terrorists. However, his momentary lapse in vigilance allows one foe to gain the upper hand, wresting the gun from his grasp and ensnaring him in a chokehold. With Harry momentarily stunned, he issues Helen an urgent plea: “Shoot them!” But as she attempts to comply, the recoil of the MAC-10 proves too intense, sending it careening down the stairs like a runaway bullet train.

The pistol’s relentless barrage claims several would-be assassins, including the one holding Harry in a tight grip. As the last rounds are spent and the gun comes to rest on a stair, the terrorists, now bereft of their leader, regroup and unleash a hail of gunfire upon Harry. Helen, meanwhile, seeks refuge while her ally continues his valiant defense with another MAC-10, the weapon’s familiar rhythm a testament to its deadly effectiveness.

As the chaos reaches its crescendo, Aziz seizes the opportunity to pilfer the last warhead, loading it onto a helicopter that takes to the skies. Harry, undeterred by the mayhem unfolding around him, commandeers two more MAC-10s from fallen foes and unleashes a withering counterattack. In his desperation, he even repurposes a fueling truck’s nozzle as an impromptu flamethrower, igniting the gasoline-soaked surroundings with precision-guided bullets.

Just as it appears Harry has turned the tide of battle, Aziz - now equipped with a LAW rocket launcher - targets the fueling truck, forcing our hero to abandon his scorched earth strategy and take refuge in the surrounding waters. As he treads water, Harry beholds the terrorists’ jubilant reaction to what they assume is his demise: Helen, once again, sits forlornly.

The scene shifts as Juno and Aziz take Helen hostage, while Harry finally surfaces to witness the limousine bearing their captive away from the island. Aziz, savoring the destruction he has wrought, boards the helicopter, perching atop the warhead like a monarch surveying his domain. The trucks rumble down the highway, escorted by the hovering helicopter, as Gib and the Omega Sector agents arrive on the island via helicopter, extracting Harry from the fray while he briefs them in mid-air.

As Gib takes swift action to evacuate those on the island, he dispatches urgent calls to clear a safe perimeter. Meanwhile, Harry swiftly informs the White House of the unfolding situation, while Gib orchestrates a response by mobilizing two elite Marine Corps Harrier jets. Amidst the chaos, Juno’s grip on reality begins to slip as she celebrates with champagne, her Beretta pistol at the ready aimed squarely at Helen. The air is electric as the Harrier jets arrive on the scene, unleashing a barrage of machine gun fire that obliterates the lead truck. Undeterred, the men in the third truck attempt to take down one of the Harriers with a Stinger missile – but their aim is woefully off, and the blast instead claims the life of one of their comrades as he’s mercilessly run over after careening through the windshield. The surviving jet expertly dodges the missile and retaliates by blasting the bridge with Maverick missiles, sending the second truck plummeting into the abyss. The third truck teeters precariously on the edge, its occupants frozen in terror, as a curious pelican briefly lands on the dashboard – and then, with a sickening crunch, the vehicle tips over the edge, exploding in a fiery ball of destruction. As Juno’s grip on reality falters, she becomes distracted by her own shouting instructions to the chauffeur, allowing Helen to seize control and wrestle for possession of the Beretta. In the chaos, one stray bullet finds its mark, striking the chauffeur in the head and ending his life. The limousine hurtles out of control as the two women continue their frantic struggle for dominance – until finally, Helen seizes her chance and knocks Juno unconscious with a swift swing from the champagne bottle. Just as all hope seems lost, Harry appears on the helicopter skid, extending a hand to Helen as she clings precariously through the sunroof – and together they’re swept to safety as the limousine plunges off the bridge, sending it plummeting into the churning waters below.

As the jets and helicopters touch down on the deserted highway at the end of the bridge, a sense of urgency hangs in the air. Gib’s authoritative voice booms through a bullhorn, cautioning everyone to shield their eyes from the impending flash. Meanwhile, Harry shares a poignant moment with Helen, tenderly placing her wedding ring on the correct finger. Just as they share a romantic kiss, the sky erupts into a classic mushroom cloud, a stark reminder of the apocalyptic consequences of war.

As the dust settles, Gib’s voice crackles over the radio once more, conveying crucial information to Harry. He reveals that Aziz’s helicopter has landed on a Miami high-rise, where they’ve linked up with a dozen other faction members on the 20th floor. However, their reunion is marred by the presence of SWAT and cordoned-off police. The news takes a devastating turn as Gib discloses that Dana is being held hostage by Aziz’s cohorts.

Harry’s emotions run high as he tries to process this dire situation. Despite Gib’s efforts to calm him down, Harry makes his move, commandeering one of the jets with an air of authority. When Gib reminds the pilots that they’re under presidential orders to cooperate fully, Harry shrugs off the warning, declaring that if he breaks the Harrier jet, it’ll just be another expense to deduct from his paycheck.

As the aircraft lifts off into the sky with a rough start, Harry finally points Miami-bound and heads towards the heart of the crisis. Meanwhile, Aziz observes the unfolding chaos on TV news reports, his eyes fixed on footage that shows him addressing the media. Dana sits quietly nearby, flanked by the ominous presence of Faisil, the cameraman summoned to capture Aziz’s message for the Crimson Jihad. The air is thick with tension as the warhead lies armed and waiting, its fate hanging precariously in the balance.

As Harry’s jet soars toward Miami, Faisil’s camera captures the unfolding drama below. Meanwhile, Aziz, lecturing the United States from the rooftop, grows increasingly agitated as he realizes the key to unlocking the warhead is missing. Unbeknownst to him, Dana, now in possession of the crucial device, has fled to the roof, pursued by Aziz and his cohorts. In a desperate bid to gain an upper hand, Faisil pulls out a pistol from his camera’s hidden compartment and takes down Aziz’s men.

As Harry reaches Miami, he radios Faisil with updates on the situation: the 21st floor is secure, but the 20th floor remains hotbed of activity, with approximately 12 faction members roaming free. Crucially, there are no hostages in sight, and Dana has taken refuge on the roof. Aziz, undeterred by his dwindling numbers, presses his advantage, chasing after Dana as she ascends a crane.

Aziz’s relentless pursuit culminates in a confrontation atop the boom, where he demands the key from Dana, who refuses to yield. Enraged, she brandishes her chain, taunting Aziz and screaming for help. Faisil reports back to Harry, informing him of the situation and requesting assistance. Harry responds by unleashing hell on the 20th floor, taking out the remaining faction members with precision.

Undaunted, Aziz rallies his men, ordering them to flee in a helicopter as Dana teeters precariously close to disaster. Harry’s attempts to rescue her are met with resistance, however, as Aziz takes potshots at the jet, causing Harry to swerve into the crane’s boom. The strap of Aziz’s AKMS catches on the jet, and the men in the helicopter return fire, shattering the cockpit glass.

As the chaos ensues, Dana finds herself clinging for dear life to the nose of the jet, with Aziz hot on her heels. Harry, determined to save his colleague, engages Aziz in a fierce hand-to-hand combat, but ultimately, he manages to outmaneuver the terrorist, sending him tumbling off the wing.

With Aziz momentarily stunned, Harry takes advantage of the reprieve, flying the jet clear of the building and putting some distance between himself and the helicopter. As the terrorists close in, Aziz recovers his AKMS and begins taunting Harry once more, threatening to kill Dana if he doesn’t comply with his demands.

Harry’s response is calculated and deliberate, as he ensures Dana has a secure grip on the jet before executing a daring maneuver, sending Aziz flying off. The terrorist’s backpack becomes entangled with a Sidewinder missile, leaving him suspended in mid-air. Harry seizes the opportunity to put an end to the standoff, shooting the missile through the wreckage of the 20th floor, destroying the helicopter and eliminating the remaining terrorists.

As the dust settles on a dramatic jet landing, Harry (actor name) delivers a poignant goodbye to Dana, leaving both parties escorted away by federal agents into a sleek vehicle that disappears into the night. Fast-forward one year, and Harry’s family is basking in warmth and laughter as they enjoy a wholesome dinner game of “thumbs.” The tranquil atmosphere is shattered when Helen answers the phone, her voice calm but curious as she confronts a distorted voice demanding information about Boris (Harry) and Doris (Helen). Their cover blown, the pair springs into action, seamlessly integrating their skills in a high-stakes mission.

Cut to a lavish ballroom, where the majestic “Blue Danube” waltz fills the air. Harry and Helen blend in effortlessly, shaking hands with influential figures who remain oblivious to their true identities. Meanwhile, Gib, stationed in the shadows, anxiously queries if they’ve spotted their contact yet – only to be met with Harry’s reassuring reply. Unbeknownst to them, Simon, disguised as a suave waiter, attempts to impress a woman with his espionage skills, but Harry’s timely intervention and Helen’s playful “pistol” pose send the hapless spy fleeing in terror.

As the tango (“Por Una Cabeza”) takes center stage, Harry and Helen surrender to the music, their movements choreographed as if by fate. Gib’s exasperated pleas for focus fall on deaf ears, his frustration mounting as they remain lost in the moment. The credits roll as the song concludes, leaving only the faintest hint of what lies ahead.

In the final act, Gib and Faisil find themselves back in the van, Gib’s ire still simmering. “I’m sick of being stuck in this tin can,” he growls. “You two are going to be next time. I’ve been riding shotgun for 15 years – Harry, it’s your turn.”