The Division: Agent Origins (2016)

“The Division: Agent Origins,” directed by Devin Graham and Adrian Picardi, is a short film set in the universe of Tom Clancy’s The Division video game. The story unfolds in a dystopian New York City, ravaged by a deadly virus outbreak that has thrown society into chaos. The government activates sleeper agents from the Strategic Homeland Division, known as The Division, to restore order and reclaim the city.

The film follows four newly activated agents—John, Dax, Mei, and Lisa—as they navigate the lawless streets of the city. Each agent brings unique skills and a personal sense of duty to their mission. John, a seasoned soldier, takes on the leadership role, while Dax, a tech expert, utilizes his skills to provide tactical advantages. Mei, a skilled marksman, and Lisa, a medic, round out the team, each contributing to the group’s survival and success.

As they fight through hostile factions and help civilians, the agents uncover the complexities of their mission. They face moral dilemmas and the harsh reality of a society on the brink of collapse. The short film highlights the agents’ camaraderie and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds, emphasizing themes of duty, sacrifice, and the human spirit’s endurance.

“The Division: Agent Origins” captures the gritty and intense atmosphere of its source material, combining action-packed sequences with a focus on the agents’ personal journeys and the broader struggle to reclaim their city from the grip of chaos.