A cab driver is murdered, putting the detectives on a long and circuitous trail of clues. Along the way, such elements as a loan shark, a missing plumber, and a forged check determine the proceedings. Ultimately, the investigation focuses on the dead man's widow, Denise Johnson (
Lisa Gay Hamilton) -- and, of course, Johnson's resourceful attorney, Brian Elliott (
Michael Beach). ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide