When the son of an L.A. mayoral candidate is kidnapped, he and his wife have a few hours to come up with the ransom payment. With most of their money spent on his political campaign, they have to get their hands dirty and expose a side of their lives they never intended to see the light of day.
A highly imaginative 10-year-old boy befriends his superhero-themed piñata prior to his birthday party. But upon realizing the tragic fate that awaits for his cardboard companion, he must rebel against the celebratory ritual in order to save his only friend.