In a 1970s Los Angeles, a laid-back private detective finds himself entangled in a web of mystery and betrayal when his friend, a mystery novelist, becomes the prime suspect in the murder of his wife. The story begins when this detective, known for his carefree lifestyle and noble heart, learns of his friend's disappearance and decides to take matters into his own hands.
As the detective navigates the dark world of corruption, drugs, and the city's decadence, he encounters a series of eccentric characters, from the writer's seductive and enigmatic lover to shady criminals who seem to have their own agendas. As he unravels the web of lies surrounding the wife's death and the circumstances involving his friend, the detective realizes that neither he nor his friend are who they appear to be.
The plot thickens with unexpected twists that keep the tension mounting, and amidst the quest for truth and his personal journey toward redemption, the protagonist begins to question not only the loyalty of those around him but also his own morality in a world where friendship and betrayal can be one and the same. With a jazz soundtrack enhancing the atmosphere, this tale of intrigue and heartbreak reveals a bleak vision of life in a city where friendship could be the real crime.