The Thrill of Speed

After a shift at a refinery, four coworkers decide to go out and get drinks. After stopping at a gas station for supplies, they head to the riverfront, where they split into two journeys. Raul and Thom descend deeper into the river's towering industrial wasteland, while Robert and Michael slowly drink themselves stupid. When the two pairs reunite, a final clash of priorities emerges: some want to go home, while others cannot face returning to the routine waiting for them.

Cast

Ty Johnson

as Raul

Andrew Van Camp

as Robert

Wyman Wheeler

as Michael

Aidan Sarmiento

as Thom

Maurice King-Clark

as Trainhopper

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