A fugitive from the law for over forty years, Coyote Viejo tells the story of his escape as a youngster from oppressive foster care on an Arizona chicken ranch and the success that followed as a competitive cross-country runner, culminating with college graduation and his dream job as a high school coach and teacher. A star-crossed love affair brings him down and exposes the dark secrets of his childhood, taking him back to exorcise his demons and destroy his childhood tormentor. An unexpected revelation prompts Coyote to speak.