Marie Colvin, an intrepid American journalist working for The Sunday Times, embraces danger as she travels to the most perilous regions, shedding light on their brutal civil wars.
In 2001, while on a mission with the Tamil Tigers, Colvin faces a harrowing ambush by the Sri Lanka Army. Despite her valiant attempt to surrender, an RPG hurtles towards her, causing her to lose her left eye. Undeterred by this horrific incident, Colvin defiantly dons an eyepatch as a badge of her resilience.
Even after being diagnosed with PTSD, Colvin remains resolute in seeking out new stories. She engages in passionate debates with her boss, Sean Ryan, advocating for coverage of conflicts in Iraq and Libya. In her time off from globe-trotting, she forms a deep connection with Tony Shaw (portrayed by Stanley Tucci).
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One fateful day in February 2012, Colvin and the dedicated war photographer Paul Conroy embark on a mission to report on the strife-ridden city of Homs. There, they bear witness to the plight of 28,000 Syrian civilians besieged by relentless violence.
When Colvin and Conroy submit their harrowing account to Ryan, Colvin is driven by the urgency to share these atrocities with the world. She takes to CNN to raise awareness about the innocent lives caught in the crossfire, undaunted by the risks.
As chaos engulfs the streets of Homs, Colvin, Conroy, and another journalist, Rémi Ochlik, make a desperate attempt to escape their media center. Tragically, amidst the deafening explosions and crumbling rubble, Colvin and Ochlik meet a devastating end, leaving Conroy wounded and traumatized.
The film concludes with haunting visuals of the ravaged city of Homs, underscoring the brutal realities of war. In a poignant interview with the real Marie Colvin, she imparts a powerful message: “You’re never going to get to where you’re going if you acknowledge fear.”
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