"The Hunted" is a 2003 action-thriller film directed by William Friedkin. The story follows Aaron Hallam, a former special forces operative who becomes a skilled assassin. After a series of brutal killings in the wilderness, the FBI enlists the help of L.T. Bonham, a retired military instructor, to track him down. As Bonham pursues Hallam, he discovers the psychological and physical challenges of hunting a man who has become a master of survival. The film explores themes of violence, morality, and the impact of war on soldiers, showcasing intense action sequences set against the backdrop of the rugged wilderness.