Run Sweetheart Run

Cherie is a young single mother balancing her responsibilities as a pre-law student and working as a secretary at a legal firm in Los Angeles. Her life revolves around her daughter and her studies, showcasing her determination and commitment to providing for her family.

Cherie receives a call from her boss James R. Fuller, informing her of a scheduling conflict with an important client dinner and his anniversary dinner. Despite having no recollection of the conflicting schedule, she reluctantly agrees to attend the dinner in his place, setting the stage for unexpected events.

As Cherie prepares for the dinner, she is caught off guard when her period unexpectedly starts, and she realizes she is out of tampons. This moment of vulnerability adds to her anxiety as she makes her way to meet her boss's client.

Upon arriving at Ethan's home, Cherie is initially captivated by him, but the mood shifts quickly when he reveals a traumatic history with dogs. This revelation foreshadows a darker turn in their interaction, creating an atmosphere of tension and unpredictability.

Things take a horrific turn when Ethan suddenly attacks Cherie, forcing her to flee in desperation for help. She rushes down the street, driven by fear and the need to survive in a life-threatening situation.

Cherie encounters a couple of women outside a movie theater and pleads for assistance. They agree to call 911, but when the police arrive, Cherie finds herself arrested for public intoxication, despite insisting she was a victim of assault.

While in her cell, Cherie speaks with another inmate who warns her about Ethan's manipulative nature. This warning signals to Cherie the depth of the threat she faces, urging her to seek help from powerful allies.

After being released, Cherie visits James's apartment, where she initially finds him sympathetic. However, her discovery of troubling details on his computer reveals that she is Ethan's latest victim in a long line of assaults.

While stopping at a gas station to buy tampons, Cherie is ambushed by Ethan once again. Although she manages to fend him off momentarily, the chase continues as she escapes with her ex-boyfriend Trey who tries to help her.

At Trey's home, Cherie finds herself in a complicated situation as his new girlfriend Dawn is also present. When Ethan arrives looking for her, a tragic altercation ensues, leading to devastating consequences for Dawn and her friends.

Cherie recalls the warning from Judy and seeks refuge in a church, where she requests holy water and a crucifix. However, she is met with horror when she discovers the priest's lifeless body, indicating Ethan's ability to impersonate others.

Cherie inadvertently stumbles into an underground rave, where she finds a flyer for the First Lady. In the chaos, she befriends a group of party girls, but the joy is short-lived as Ethan’s alarm signals his approach.

At the spa, Cherie meets Dinah and learns about Ethan's origins as a fallen angel. The women at the spa plan to use Cherie as bait to confront Ethan, as they prepare for a fight that will determine their fate.

Cherie intentionally reopens her wounds at Santa Monica Pier, successfully drawing Ethan's attention. A chaotic confrontation ensues where sunlight weakens him, allowing Cherie and the women to unite against him.

The women manage to overpower Ethan, ultimately leading to his fiery demise. Victorious, Cherie returns home, relieved to be reunited with her daughter, marking the end of a harrowing journey and a new beginning.