They Call Me Bruce?

A young boy runs to his dying grandfather who lies on his bed. He explains that he could not find medicine to cure him and asks who will take care of him after he dies. The grandfather encourages him to go to America, claiming that he will meet the most beautiful girl there who will look after him. The grandfather dies as the frame fades to black.

Years pass, and the young boy has grown into Bruce, who lands in America and starts working as a chef. He caters to a group of gangsters in California, moving between kitchens and upscale spots. The transition marks his entry into a world of crime and rough entrepreneurs. He earns a living while keeping a low profile.

The gangsters nickname him Bruce because of his resemblance to Bruce Lee, joking about his martial arts image. They rely on his cooking skills but also value his discretion. His presence hints at the looming cocaine distribution scheme.

Earlier attempts to move cocaine into the market have resulted in busts, and the boss of bosses is furious with the ongoing disruptions. The gang's operation is fragile and in need of a reliable courier. Tension rises as law enforcement concerns loom.

Bruce unintentionally becomes a local newspaper hero after foiling an attempted robbery at a market. The positive press boosts his profile and signals a new opportunity. His fellow criminals begin to see him as more valuable to their operation.

Lil' Pete, the boss's lieutenant, reads the newspaper and crafts a plan that puts Bruce in charge of moving cocaine across the United States. He also assigns Freddy as Bruce's limousine chauffeur to keep the operation discreet. Bruce is drawn deeper into the scheme.

Bruce is persuaded to drive to New York by Lil' Pete, who argues that a road trip will let him see the countryside and maintain control. Bruce agrees, hoping to chase the dream of finding the girl his grandfather spoke of. The plan shifts from quick transport to a cross-country journey.

Bruce begins the unknowing road trip, delivering what he believes to be Chinese flour to various associates across the country. Along the way, he meets a string of characters and faces misunderstandings that complicate the trip. Unbeknownst to him, the cargo is actually cocaine.

Freddy, the stooge, acts as Bruce's limousine chauffeur during the long trip. He helps enforce the gang's will and keeps a watchful eye on Bruce's movements. The dynamics on the road reveal the criminal nature of the journey.

On the road, Bruce's motivation remains his grandfather's tale about the beauty of America and the girl who would care for him. He pushes toward New York City, hoping to meet her or at least glimpse the dream his grandfather described. The journey becomes both a transport and a quest.

As the journey continues, the truth about his cargo begins to surface. He realizes that what he is delivering is cocaine, not Chinese flour. The revelation shakes his understanding of his mission and the danger surrounding him.

Despite the danger, Bruce remains unaware of the true purpose of his cargo and continues delivering to various associates. He meets more people along the way, each interaction revealing the underbelly of the drug network. The trip persists as a maze of deception and ambition.

The film ends with the ongoing cross-country deliveries and the tension between Bruce's innocent facade and the criminal enterprise behind him. He remains focused on his mission and the possibility of reuniting with the promised beauty in America. The audience is left in suspense about what happens next as the road carries him forward.