Detective Kelley is called to investigate a murder and we discover his wife Delia, a dance-hall hostess, has been murdered. We learn Kelley's past invovement with Delia and what happened via a very convoluted point-of-view.
The story ends in true hard-boiled fashion.
Oldman delivers a bravura performance--a must-see. He gives evidence that he's one of cinemas finest actors.
