Best Defense (1984) Subtitles

Eddie Murphy, Kate Capshaw, David Rasche, Helen Shaver

Best Defense is a comedy film that revolves around a bumbling engineer named Wylie Cooper, who works for a defense contractor company. Wylie is tasked with designing a new top-secret tank for the military. However, Wylie's designs are constantly being rejected by his demanding and overbearing boss, Dr. Jeff Brooks. Despite his best efforts, Wylie's designs are flawed and impractical, leading to constant frustration and humiliation at work. On the personal front, Wylie is also facing problems in his marriage due to his long working hours and the stress of his job. As Wylie struggles to come up with a successful design, the film takes a surprising turn when we are introduced to a parallel storyline set in the future. In this storyline, a battle is raging in a fictional Middle Eastern country, and the tank designed by Wylie is being put to the ultimate test in combat. The tank's shortcomings become painfully evident as it malfunctions and puts the lives of the soldiers at risk. As the chaos unfolds, Wylie is transported into this future timeline and must confront the consequences of his flawed design. With the help of a resourceful and independent woman named Claire, who is also a soldier in the war-torn country, Wylie gains a new perspective on the real-world impact of his work. Together, they work to find a way to fix the tank and save the soldiers in the midst of the intense battle. Through this experience, Wylie undergoes a transformation, learning valuable lessons about responsibility, integrity, and the true purpose of his work. The film culminates in a thrilling and heartfelt climax as Wylie races against time to make things right and redeem himself. Best Defense is a blend of comedy, action, and introspection, offering a unique take on the consequences of technological innovation and the human cost of war.