White Sands (1992)
Release Year: 1992
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Roger Donaldson
Writer: Daniel Pyne
Summary
Directed by Roger Donaldson in 1992, 'White Sands' is a neo-noir thriller set against the backdrop of the New Mexican desert. The story follows Sheriff Harlan DeGroff (played by Willem Dafoe) who stumbles upon a suitcase filled with cash and decides to masquerade as the deceased man to claim the fortune. This impulsive decision propels him into a complex web of deceit, corruption, and an FBI probe. The film combines elements of crime drama, suspense, and political intrigue in its exploration of power, greed, and the consequences of one's actions.