The Ascent (2017) (2017)

Plot

LAPD detective Henry Cardenas confronts his most challenging case yet as he investigates Vince Marins, a murder suspect with a shocking claim of being non-human. As the clock ticks over a tense 24-hour period, Cardenas uncovers unsettling truths that challenge his understanding of reality and morality. With each revelation, the boundaries between human and other blur, forcing him to confront his own beliefs and the darkness lurking within. The stakes rise as Cardenas delves deeper, leading to a gripping showdown that will forever alter his perspective on justice and humanity.