In 1942, Leon Bernstein, a renowned news photographer in New York, excels at capturing the gritty reality of crime and corruption. He's equally adept at working with both cops and crooks, often getting the shots that others miss. When glamorous club owner Kay Levitz approaches him for help, Bernstein agrees to assist, seeing potential for great photographs. As he delves deeper into the case, he finds himself falling for Kay, complicating his objective pursuit of the truth.
The Public Eye
A New York photographer is hired by a nightclub owner to uncover the mysterious past of a reclusive gangster, leading him into a dangerous and thrilling journey.