 A college student (Jonathan Penner) launches an investigation into his wealthy father s death when he suspects his mother (Jacqueline Bisset) and his uncle (Jamey Sheridan) may have been involved. His suspicions seem cemented when the two announce their impending marriage only shortly after the death. The student s girl friend (Mary-Louise Parker) is also revealed to be increasingly unstable as the investigation progresses. Jonathan Banks also is revealed to be deeply involved, but the connection has to be found.