The West Sky

Based on true events, this film chronicles the heroism of Iranian Army Aviation pilot Ali Akbar Shiroudi during the initial onslaught of the Iran-Iraq War. Faced with an order to retreat, Shiroudi and his comrades choose to defy command and make a desperate stand against overwhelming Iraqi armored divisions. The narrative portrays his personal sacrifices, the brutal impact of war on civilians, and the incredible courage of the pilots fighting to protect their homeland.