Lord of War

The 2005 crime drama directed by Andrew Niccol follows Yuri Orlov (Nicolas Cage), a Ukrainian immigrant who, along with his brother Vitaly (Jared Leto), embarks on illegal arms trafficking to escape poverty and achieve success. Yuri quickly becomes one of the world's leading arms dealers, supplying various armed groups globally. His activities draw the attention of Interpol agent Jack Valentine (Ethan Hawke), who is determined to apprehend him. Despite his lavish lifestyle and marriage to model Ava Fontaine (Bridget Moynahan), Yuri faces moral dilemmas and the destructive consequences of his trade, including his brother's drug addiction and the loss of close associates. The film explores the global arms trade, its impact on international conflicts, and the moral responsibility of those involved in this business.