A talented but troubled photojournalist finds himself out a job and out of money and decides to pursue freelance work in troubled El Salvador. Entering the county, the photojournalist and his friend witness the execution of a student by government troops and realize that the nation's political turmoil is far more serious than they were expecting. They decide to escpe the escalating violence but the photojournalist doesn't want to leave without a local woman with whom he has fallen in love.
Oscar Nominee: Best Actor in a Leading Role James Woods Best Writing, Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen