David Brandt is a likeable, gutsy sports photographer who makes the fateful decision of having one drink too many before taking the wheel. A few minutes later, David finds himself on a dark, mountain road crouched over the body he just ran over. His life starts a frightening downward spiral when he discovers the victim is a renowned movie star and popular mayor of this small steel mill town. Scorned by the public and abused by the police, he is charged with second degree murder and released on bail. In a desperate attempt to absolve himself, David transforms into a die hard hero and launches...