Don McKay is a psychological thriller film directed by Jake Goldberger. The story is about a middle-aged man named Don McKay (played by Thomas Haden Church) who returns to his hometown, a small town in Indiana, after 25 years. He comes back to visit his former high school sweetheart Sonny (played by Elisabeth Shue), who he left without any explanation all those years ago.
As soon as Don arrives, strange things start happening, and he soon realizes that everything is not as it seems. He discovers that Sonny is terminally ill and that she has been keeping a dark secret from him all these years. Furthermore, the people in the town act strangely towards Don, making him feel like an outsider, and he begins to fear for his safety.
Don is forced to confront his past and face the demons that he left behind when he left his hometown. He begins to unravel the truth about Sonny's condition and the reason why people are acting so strange. As the plot thickens, Don realizes that he cannot trust anyone, and he has to fight to survive.
Don McKay is a thrilling and suspenseful film that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. Thomas Haden Church delivers an outstanding performance as the protagonist, and the supporting cast, including Elisabeth Shue, Melissa Leo, and M. Emmet Walsh, provide excellent support.