Sinners and Saints is a 2010 action thriller directed by William Kaufman. The film is set in post-Katrina New Orleans and follows the story of Detective Sean Riley, who is struggling to come to terms with the death of his young son and the breakdown of his marriage. He is portrayed by Johnny Strong, who also co-wrote and produced the film.
As the film begins, the city is in chaos, with gangs vying for control of the streets and a string of brutal murders piling up. Riley is teamed up with young homicide detective Will Ganz, played by Kevin Phillips, to help bring the killers to justice. But as they investigate the case, they soon discover that there is more to the murders than meets the eye.
Their investigation leads them deep into the heart of the criminal underworld, where they must navigate a web of corruption and deceit to uncover the truth. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a powerful drug lord named El Niño (played by Tom Berenger), a street-smart informant named Colin (played by Kim Coates), and a tough-as-nails police commander named Trahan (played by Sean Patrick Flanery).
As Riley and Ganz race to solve the case and bring the killers to justice, they must confront their own demons and learn to work together if they hope to survive. The film is a gritty, violent, and action-packed ride that offers a fresh take on the classic cop thriller genre.