Secret Defense (2008 film)

Secret Defense is a 2008 action thriller film directed by Laurent Herbiet. The film stars Kad Merad as Simon Variot, a man whose life is upended when he discovers his father, whom he believed was dead, is actually alive and wanted for a past act of terrorism.

The plot revolves around Simon's desperate search for his father, Charles Subra (played by Charles Berling), and his struggle to uncover the truth behind the bombing he is accused of committing years prior. As Simon delves deeper, he becomes entangled in a web of political intrigue and government conspiracies, facing danger from both the authorities and shadowy figures who want the past to remain buried. The film explores themes of family, loyalty, and the complexities of national security in a post-9/11 world.