In the sweltering Los Angeles summer heat, a defense worker abandons his car in a congested traffic jam, declaring he is "going home" despite it not being clear what or where home is for him anymore. Dressed in a white shirt and tie, carrying a briefcase, he embarks on a foot journey across the city. Along his path, he encounters various societal issues—poverty, gang violence, and the indifferent attitudes of service workers—which progressively trigger his frustration and anger. His encounters lead to increasingly violent confrontations, reflecting his inability to cope with the rapid changes in society and his personal life unraveling.

Parallel to his breakdown, an aging police detective on the brink of retirement is assigned to track down the protagonist. The detective’s investigation into the string of violent incidents leads him closer to understanding the complexity of the man's grievances and the personal crises driving his actions. This pursuit becomes not just about stopping the acts of violence, but also about understanding the underlying pain and disillusionment fueling them. The detective's journey mirrors a quest for understanding and empathy, in a world where those qualities seem to be in short supply, setting the stage for a confrontation that is as much about inner turmoil as it is about societal dysfunction.