A down and out young writer and a colorful private detective solve several cases during one eventful weekend in New York City.

Julius Fonteneau has decided to take the law into his own hands after his daughter has gone missing. His only friend supports him while his wife resents him and the police are growing suspicious of his intentions. He must determine right from wrong and make the ultimate decision to kill the man he believes to have taken his daughter

Holly, an anxiety-ridden high school sophomore, is faced with the challenge of giving a class presentation.

A few young waiters at a popular New Jersey restaurant are dreaming of becoming actors or otherwise getting into the artistic community.