Miguel is the ideal coyote: committed, focused, and with an impeccable track record. His life is intertwined with the journey of migrants, navigating through back alley gravel, deteriorating roads, and ultimately, the river. Despite his flawless history, Miguel is well-acquainted with death. His moniker, “El Maldito,” foreshadows what we will soon witness, as Miguel appears to be shadowed by the deceased and dying. He encounters them on desert paths, listens to their confessions, and fulfills their final wishes. Miguel’s home, much like himself, is solitary; faded photographs echo a life devoted to a singular mission—helping his people reach a new beginning. However, signs indicate that this quiet battle is nearing a breaking point. When a devastating accident draws Miguel to the roadside, the structure of his life begins to unravel, as Elena, the sole survivor of the crash, recognizes him.