South of 8 (2017)

In the gritty landscape of San Diego, the future has unfolded in an alarming dystopian nightmare. A second Great Depression has plunged the United States into a bleak chasm of mass poverty, rampant crime, and relentless government surveillance. The once-bountiful farmlands lie crippled by drought, sparking a vast diaspora to the overcrowded cities. The resulting explosion in the homeless population and the stark economic divide give rise to a myriad of subversive groups, each brandishing their own distinctive agenda. Caught in the grip of these turbulent times, three young adults, driven by their own seemingly trivial motives, yield to a life of crime. Known as 'The Vanishers,' their endeavors are marked by escalating violence, a grim testament to their desperation as the police net tightens around them. Among them, an ex-con seeks honest work but is inexorably drawn back to a life of criminality. As the city becomes a battleground, law enforcement wages a merciless "dirty" war against these subversive groups, employing drones as urban watchdogs in a bid to bolster their depleted ranks. The societal elements that once forged the notorious public enemies of the 1930's are converging once more, threatening to echo the infamous past. In an effort to evade capture, 'The Vanishers' align themselves with Depression-era criminals, adopting their tactics and intensifying their heists. As they journey deeper into the underworld, they unknowingly cross the point of redemption, transforming into fugitives. 'South of 8' is a chilling exploration of a society on the brink, where circumstances force ordinary individuals into a life of extraordinary crime, mirroring the ominous cycle of history.

South of 8 is an action movie featuring Shane P. Allen.

It is possible to buy South of 8 on Amazon Video.