Captive State (2019) -

By 2027, the world’s governments have been replaced by a puppet regime. The aliens reside in "Closed Zones" deep underground, plundering Earth's natural resources while the human populace lives under strict martial law and constant digital monitoring. The Resistance Plot

The story of is a gritty sci-fi thriller set in Chicago, nine years after Earth surrendered to an alien force known as the "Legislators". The film explores themes of resistance and collaboration in a world under total surveillance. The Setting Captive State (2019)

Investigating the group is William Mulligan ( John Goodman ), a high-ranking police official and former partner of Gabriel’s father. Mulligan is a complex figure, seemingly dedicated to crushing the resistance while maintaining a mysterious connection to Gabriel. The Climax and Twist By 2027, the world’s governments have been replaced

Using "invisible" communication methods and low-tech ingenuity, the rebels plan to detonate a device—a literal "Trojan Horse"—to kill the alien leaders during the event. The film explores themes of resistance and collaboration

Gabriel is pulled into a plot by a secret resistance cell led by his supposedly deceased brother, Rafe ( Jonathan Majors ). Their goal is to strike a blow against the occupation during a massive unity rally at Soldier Field.

The attack at Soldier Field is executed, but it triggers a brutal crackdown. As the resistance members are hunted down, it is revealed that the primary mission was not just the bombing, but a much deeper infiltration.

The narrative follows Gabriel Drummond (), a young man living in a working-class neighborhood.