In a dark and tense political thriller, a young Navy officer, Tom Farrell, finds himself caught in a whirlwind of deception and secrets. Tom, portrayed by the charismatic Kevin Costner, embarks on a passionate relationship with a charming woman named Susan, who turns out to be the lover of the powerful and influential Secretary of Defense, Scott Pritchard. As the story unfolds, Tom's life takes an unexpected turn when Susan is found dead, and the circumstances of her death reveal a complex web of conspiracies.
The situation escalates when Tom becomes the prime suspect in the murder, forcing him to navigate a landscape of desperation and the need to prove his innocence. Facing immense political power and a deadly game of cat and mouse, Tom uses his cunning and intelligence skills to uncover the truth behind Susan's death. But as he delves deeper into the investigation, he realizes that his own future and military career are at stake.
With a cast that includes the masterful Gene Hackman as the cunning Pritchard and a narrative filled with unexpected twists, the film keeps you on the edge of your seat, intertwining romance, betrayal, and a sense of desperation. As the intrigue develops, the viewer is immersed in a world where loyalty and truth become blurred concepts.