A selection of interweaving stories, all set in the tough New York neighbourhood of the Bronx during the 1960s. An ex-convict goes in search of the girl he tried to rape, who in turn seeks protection from a notorious local tough guy - only to find he has renounced violence. Meanwhile, two cops investigate when a teacher is killed with a bow and arrow. Drama, starring Jodie Foster, John Turturro and Tim Robbins.

A psychotic young man returns to his old neighborhood after release from prison. He seeks out the woman he previously tried to rape and the man who protected her, with twisted ideas of love for her and hate for him.