The Ice Harvest

On Christmas Eve, Charlie Arglist and Vic Cavanaugh execute a high-stakes heist, stealing over $2 million from their mob boss, Bill Guerrard. This marks the beginning of their treacherous journey as they aim to escape unscathed with the stolen money.

Immediately after the heist, Charlie and Vic face dangerous icy road conditions, which threaten to hinder their getaway. The treacherous weather adds an unexpected layer of urgency and tension to their escape.

In an effort to evade their enraged mob boss, Charlie and Vic choose to separate after securing the cash. This decision ultimately sets off a series of events that lead to suspicion and conflict between them.

Charlie visits the local strip club, Sweet Cage, owned by the alluring Renata Crest. This encounter marks a significant turning point as Renata hints at a romantic interest, while also facing the threat of closure due to new laws.

Renata enlists Charlie’s help to retrieve a compromising photo of a local politician, hoping to use it for blackmail to save her club. Their intertwined fates begin to complicate amidst the thrill and danger surrounding them.

While hiding in a bathroom at the club, Charlie finds a significant phrase scrawled on the walls: 'As Wichita Falls, So Falls Wichita Falls.' This moment encapsulates the weight of his struggles and the tumultuous journey ahead.

Charlie attempts to warn Vic about the dangers they are facing, but the frantic calls go unanswered as Vic dismisses his growing concerns. This miscommunication becomes crucial as the situation escalates.

During his frantic escapades, Charlie encounters Officer Tyler, who ominously alludes to his connection with Guerrard. This meeting heightens the tension and fear surrounding Charlie's precarious situation.

Charlie helps his old friend Pete, whose drunken confessions about Charlie’s ex-wife stir up unresolved emotions. This moment deepens Charlie's inner turmoil as he grapples with his past relationships.

As the chaos unfolds, Vic’s lifestyle spirals out of control, leading to a shocking fate for him. Charlie is left to confront the aftermath of their decisions and the fate of their stolen money.

In the midst of danger, Charlie makes a desperate call to Renata, revealing the deepening connection between them. Their intertwined fates become increasingly complex as the stakes rise.

Charlie confronts mob boss Guerrard in a climactic showdown while trying to rescue Renata. Loyalties are tested, and lives hang in the balance as the tension reaches its peak.

In the aftermath of the chaotic events, Charlie reflects on his choices and the complexities of his relationships. The weight of his actions settles on him as he ponders the meaning of his struggles.

As Charlie drives away on Christmas morning, he unexpectedly encounters his children. This bittersweet moment offers a glimpse of hope as he contemplates his past and future.

With a red Sharpie, Charlie inscribes 'As Wichita Falls, So Falls Wichita Falls' on the back of a camper. As he drives off with Pete, they set forth for new beginnings, optimistic yet cautious about their uncertain future.