In a city like Los Angeles, where everyone is immersed in their own world, an unforeseen clash triggers a series of interconnected events that reflect the racial and social tensions of contemporary life. Over a period of 36 hours, the fate of several characters intertwines in surprising and often heartbreaking ways. From a white prosecutor who feels his life unraveling after being the victim of a robbery by an urban gang, to an African American couple facing their own prejudices amidst the chaos of the city, the stories intersect unexpectedly.
Meanwhile, an honest yet tormented police officer struggles with his own morality as he must deal with a racist colleague. An Iranian immigrant gets caught in a web of distrust and prejudice, while a taxi conveys the multiple voices of a city that never sleeps but seems completely devoid of human connection. Each character, with their complex personal issues, reveals the wounds they carry inside and the fears that separate them.
As lives become intertwined, the viewer is confronted with the harsh reality of xenophobia and miscommunication, prompting us to question our own perceptions and biases. Ultimately, this film leaves us reflecting on the interdependence of our actions and the possibility of redemption in a fragmented world.