The movie begins with a dramatic scene in rural Iraq where American soldier Bart Gregory accidentally runs over a child while driving an armored vehicle. This leads to a deadly ambush by rebel warriors, resulting in Bart's death. The story then shifts to Bart's funeral in the US, where his grief-stricken girlfriend Janet, along with his close friends Joey and Mathilda, mourn his loss. During a post-funeral gathering, Janet expresses her belief that Bart joined the military to escape her, but Joey reveals that Bart was actually planning to propose to Janet and had already bought a ring. This revelation deepens Janet's grief, leading her to leave the gathering in distress.