In the gritty crime thriller Flathead, directed by Brayden Lewtas, a small-town mechanic finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger after discovering a hidden cache of stolen goods. When the protagonist, portrayed by Jesse Bouma, stumbles upon a secret that powerful criminals want to keep buried, his quiet life is shattered. Alongside a determined local detective played by Matthew Elliott and a wary informant brought to life by Daniela Rene Fink, he must navigate a treacherous underworld where trust is a rare commodity. As tensions escalate, the mechanic’s moral compass is tested, forcing him to choose between protecting his family and seeking justice. The film’s taut atmosphere and sharp dialogue, penned by Jesse Bouma, capture the raw desperation of a man pushed to his limits. With a runtime of just thirteen minutes, Flathead delivers a punchy, suspenseful narrative that explores themes of loyalty, corruption, and survival. Featuring a strong ensemble including Fabricio Christian Amansi, Alex Bouma, and Kim Jennings, this crime drama keeps viewers on edge until its final, unexpected frame.