Vince, a Vietnam veteran and melon farmer, faces threats and disruptions to his peaceful life when he runs afoul of both corrupt union thugs and a vengeful mob hitman named Frank. Vince's troubles begin when Bobby, an unscrupulous labor contractor, tries to force him to hire unqualified workers for the harvest. Vince's firm rejection leads to a violent confrontation, landing him in jail. There, he encounters Frank, an incarcerated hitman. A botched escape attempt by Frank drags Vince into deeper conflict, setting off a personal vendetta.

Out on bail, Vince decides to stand his ground and protect his farm and workers, leading to a tense standoff. The escalating battle merges the underworld with the quiet countryside, turning Vince’s melon farm into a battleground. Driven by a mixture of justice and revenge, Vince's fight pits his resourcefulness and military skills against Frank’s relentless pursuit and the corrupt forces aligned against him. The growing tension threatens to consume Vince’s livelihood and those around him unless he can outsmart and overpower his adversaries.