A troubled teenager, Joshua, flees his drug-addicted mother and stumbles into the affluent community of Carmel, California. As authorities search for his mother, a wealthy artist/businessman takes Joshua in, offering a chance at a better life. However, Joshua's new benefactor's motives are suspect, and the teen must weigh the financial gain against his own moral values, all while navigating a budding romance.

The Forger
In a picturesque California town, a restless teenager stumbles upon a world of art forgery, leading him on a thrilling adventure.