The story centers around Gordy Brewer (played by Arnold Schwarzenegger), a Los Angeles firefighter who leads a content life with his wife, Anne (played by Lindsay Frost), and their young son, Matt (played by Ethan Dampf). However, their lives are shattered when Anne and Matt are killed in a terrorist bombing attack at a downtown office building.
Devastated by his loss and consumed by grief and anger, Gordy becomes determined to seek justice for his family and bring those responsible for the attack to justice. However, when he learns that the bomber responsible, Claudio “The Wolf” Perrini (played by Cliff Curtis), is a notorious Colombian terrorist who has evaded capture by the authorities, Gordy takes matters into his own hands.
Traveling to Colombia in search of Perrini, Gordy soon finds himself embroiled in a dangerous and treacherous world of drug cartels, corruption, and political intrigue. With the help of a resourceful DEA agent, Peter Brandt (played by Elias Koteas), Gordy infiltrates Perrini’s inner circle and sets out to track down the elusive terrorist.
Along the way, Gordy encounters Selena Perrini (played by Francesca Neri), Perrini’s wife, who is unaware of her husband’s involvement in terrorism and is sympathetic to Gordy’s quest for justice. Despite their differences, Gordy and Selena form an unlikely alliance and work together to uncover the truth behind the bombing and bring Perrini to justice.
As Gordy closes in on Perrini, he finds himself targeted by the terrorist’s ruthless henchmen, who will stop at nothing to protect their leader and silence anyone who threatens their operation. In a series of thrilling and action-packed confrontations, Gordy must use all of his skills and determination to outwit his enemies and bring Perrini to justice.
In a climactic showdown, Gordy confronts Perrini in a tense standoff, leading to a dramatic confrontation that culminates in a final showdown between the two adversaries. With the help of Selena and Brandt, Gordy finally achieves his goal of avenging his family’s death and bringing closure to their tragic ordeal.
In the end, “Collateral Damage” is a gripping and suspenseful thriller that explores themes of vengeance, justice, and redemption. Through its thrilling action sequences, compelling characters, and thought-provoking storyline, the film offers a thrilling and satisfying cinematic experience that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats until the very end.