In the gritty thriller "Columbus Day," a desperate man's life unravels as he becomes entangled in a high-stakes web of crime and betrayal. The story follows John, a struggling ex-con portrayed by Val Kilmer, who is trying to turn his life around for the sake of his young daughter. When a botched robbery forces him to confront a ruthless gang leader, played by Wilmer Valderrama, John must navigate a dangerous underworld where trust is a luxury he cannot afford. With the help of a tenacious detective, brought to life by Marg Helgenberger, he races against time to protect his family and reclaim his future. Directed by Charles Burmeister, this taut thriller delivers a tense atmosphere of suspense and moral conflict, exploring themes of redemption and survival in a world where every choice comes with a deadly consequence. The ensemble cast, including Ashley Johnson and Lobo Sebastian, adds depth to this gripping 90-minute ride.