A haunting and unsettling psychological thriller, "China Lake" tells the story of a deranged police officer who embarks on a twisted game of vengeance while on vacation in the desert. Donnelly's warped sense of justice is put into action as he singles out individuals who have unwittingly offended him, subjecting them to a brutal and terrifying ordeal. With its stark, unflinching portrayal of a psychopath on the loose, this 1983 short film remains a chilling and thought-provoking exploration of the darker side of human nature.