Johnny Depp writes, directs and stars in this tense drama about a man racing to save his own life. Depp plays Raphael, whose family are struggling to make ends meet and defy poverty. He seeks a more secure future for his family when he meets the sinister McCarthy (Brando) who offers him $30000 to star in a snuff movie. With just seven days to go before he forfeits his own life Raphael is determined to make the most of his time. Rediscovering his love for his children and wife he realises that he is worth more to them alive than dead...but is it too late to give back the money and cancel his contract