The story is set in Tel Aviv and follows an Arab-Israeli surgeon, Dr. Amin Jaafari, who is fully assimilated into Israeli society.

As he delves deeper into Siham's secret life, Amin confronts disturbing revelations about her motivations, their relationship, and the complex socio-political landscape in which they lived.

It provides a nuanced perspective on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by humanizing individuals on both sides and delving into the personal, emotional repercussions of political violence.

The website's consensus reads: "Tense and suspenseful while remaining smart and understated, The Attack honors its complex subject with an intelligent script and captivating performances.

"[2] Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, assigned the film a score of 74 out of 100, based on 24 critics, indicating "generally favorable" reviews.