Breaking News in Yuba County

Breaking News in Yuba County

Year: 2021

Runtime: 96 min

Language: English

Director: Tate Taylor

DramaThrillerComedyCrime

A woman's life takes a chaotic turn when her husband disappears, thrusting her into the spotlight and a whirlwind of unexpected events. As she navigates the ensuing media frenzy, she finds herself entangled with a quirky cast of characters, including a hapless mobster, a determined police officer, and her estranged half-sister. Together, they embark on a humorous and unpredictable journey to unravel the mystery behind the disappearance and uncover a surprising truth.

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In the charming town of Kentucky, Sue Buttons struggles with her shy disposition while living with her husband, Karl. Despite her dreams of becoming more assertive, her life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers that her husband, a former convict, is embroiled in a dark money laundering operation orchestrated by his brother Petey.

As Karl navigates this shady underworld, he is tasked with laundering an astounding three million dollars for the elusive Mina and Ray. Meanwhile, Sue’s own expectations unravel when her birthday passes unnoticed, prompting her to confront Karl about his neglectful behavior at the bank. Little does she know, Karl is involved in his own secretive endeavors, including a rendezvous with his mistress, Leah.

Curiosity turns to heartbreak when Sue discovers Karl in a compromising situation at a motel, convincing her that he has forsaken her. Overwhelmed by the shocking realization and the ensuing chaos, Karl suffers a fatal heart episode, leading to his clinical death. In the wake of this tragedy, Sue devises a plan to draw attention to her plight by pretending that he has gone missing to gain sympathy and validation.

As she buries Karl’s belongings alongside his body near the motel, Sue files a missing persons report that raises the suspicions of authorities, including Detective Cam Harris, who quickly doubts her story. Undeterred by skepticism, Sue begins wreaking havoc in her home, only to be interrupted by her inquisitive half-sister, Nancy, a local news reporter with a nose for the truth.

Nancy’s probing leads Sue to fabricate a story about Karl’s kidnapping, which captures public interest. Nonetheless, Detective Harris remains unconvinced, sensing that Sue’s frantic behavior hints at deeper secrets regarding her husband’s disappearance.

Meanwhile, Petey confronts Mina and Ray about Karl’s vanishing act, only to find himself caught in a spiral of deceit that culminates in a daring jewelry heist with his boss, Rita. As Sue attempts to sway public opinion, suggesting that Karl was abducted due to his ties to a missing child, Emma Rose, her actions only draw further attention to her own troubles.

A storm brews outside the police station as tensions escalate; a surprise attack on Sue’s home by Mina and Ray leaves them searching in vain for Karl. Meanwhile, Leah emerges with a shocking piece of information regarding the three million dollars hidden by Karl, blissfully unaware of the turmoil surrounding her husband’s criminal activities.

As Detective Harris inches closer to unraveling the truth behind Sue’s increasingly dubious story, Nancy prepares to conduct a joint interview with Sue and Emma Rose’s parents, aiming to reveal the secrets surrounding Karl’s disappearance. The situation spirals further out of control when Detective Harris detains Sue for questioning, igniting a media frenzy orchestrated by Nancy who captures the chaos on video.

Meanwhile, Rita and Petey hatch a risky plan to kidnap Mina in exchange for Karl’s freedom. However, complications arise when Mr. Kim misinterprets the situation, believing Leah is the hostaged party, paving the way for a series of shocking events. As the narrative unfolds with violence and betrayal, Detective Harris discovers security footage tying Sue to the motel, setting off a chain reaction that culminates in tragedy.

With stakes at an all-time high, Harris confronts Sue and Mr. Kim, resulting in a harrowing exchange that leaves both in dire circumstances. As chaos ensues, Sue realizes she may manipulate the events to escape responsibility, seeing as authorities are likely to blame Mr. Kim for the ensuing chaos.

A year after the ordeal, Sue has transformed the harrowing experience into a bestselling novel, catapulting her into the limelight as a celebrated author. During an interview with Gloria Michaels, it becomes evident that Sue now revels in her newfound glory, navigating the complexities of her past while embracing her future.

Last Updated: November 22, 2024 at 11:23

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