Set during the Iraq war, it tells the story of Staff Seargent James, who disarms bombs. In order to survive, he must be perfect and think like a bomb maker. Suspenseful, realistic, and intense. 

DVD includes audio commentary with the director and writer, and a behind the scenes feature with images. The film won 6 Oscars for best picture, best director, best original screenplay, editing and sound mixing. Jeremy Renner was nominated for best act