“Extraction” (2020) is an action-thriller film directed by Sam Hargrave and written by Joe Russo. The story revolves around Tyler Rake (Chris Hemsworth), a black market mercenary with a haunted past, who is hired to rescue Ovi Mahajan Jr. (Rudhraksh Jaiswal), the kidnapped son of an Indian crime lord

Set in Dhaka, Bangladesh, the plot begins when Ovi is abducted by Amir Asif (Priyanshu Painyuli), a ruthless Bangladeshi drug lord, in an attempt to exert power over Ovi’s father. Tyler Rake, known for his lethal skills and fearless nature, is tasked with extracting Ovi. However, what starts as a straightforward mission quickly turns into a deadly and complex ordeal as Tyler faces overwhelming odds, including corrupt police, military forces, and relentless waves of gang members.

As Tyler and Ovi navigate the dangerous city, they develop a bond, with Tyler reflecting on his own troubled past and finding a sense of redemption through protecting Ovi. The film is marked by intense action sequences, choreographed hand-to-hand combat, and high-stakes gunfights.

“Extraction” explores themes of loyalty, redemption, and survival, set against the backdrop of a gritty, urban landscape. The film is notable for its dynamic direction, particularly a continuous 12-minute action sequence that received acclaim for its technical execution. Despite the overwhelming violence and non-stop action, the emotional core of the story centers on Tyler’s journey towards personal redemption and the unlikely relationship between the hardened mercenary and the vulnerable young boy.