In 1980s Detroit, a teenager named Richard Wershe Jr. lives a life full of ups and downs. Raised in a dysfunctional environment, his father, a struggling businessman, sees in his son an opportunity to regain control. But instead of following a traditional path, Rick is drawn into the world of crime and gets involved with a local gang. However, what begins as a quest for acceptance quickly transforms into something much darker: Rick becomes an FBI informant, a decision that will change his life forever.
With the pressure from the government and the lives of his family at stake, Rick navigates a maze of betrayals and impossible decisions. As he tries to balance his loyalty to his friends with his duty as an informant, the line between right and wrong becomes blurred. The young man faces not only the uncertainty of the criminal world but also the disillusionment of those around him, including his family and his own dreams of a better life. When chaos erupts on the streets of Detroit and violence escalates, Rick is pushed to a crossroads that will define his fate: fight for his freedom or let the system consume him. This is a story of ambition, betrayal, and the struggle to find your place in a world that doesn't stop for anyone.