A masterfully atmospheric neo-noir crime thriller, boasting an all-star cast including Nick Nolte, Melanie Griffith, John Malkovich and Jennifer Connelly. Set in the 1950's, an LA special crime unit investigates the mysterious murder of a young woman discovered in the desert. The detective leading the case has his own agenda and secrets however, as it's revealed the victim is his ex-mistress, and her friend is still holding the evidence of their affair...