Q & A is a crime drama film released in 1990, directed by Sidney Lumet and starring Nick Nolte, Timothy Hutton, and Armand Assante. The story revolves around a district attorney named Kevin Quinn (played by Timothy Hutton), who is assigned to investigate a case of police corruption involving a detective named Brennan (played by Nick Nolte).
As Kevin delves deeper into the case, he discovers that Brennan is involved in a number of illegal activities, including drug dealing and murder. In his efforts to prove Brennan's guilt, Kevin seeks the help of a former lover, Nancy Bosch (played by Jenny Lumet), who was also involved with Brennan and might have some useful information.
However, when Kevin tries to reach out to Nancy, he discovers that she is now in a relationship with a powerful crime boss named Bobby Texador (played by Armand Assante). Despite his reluctance to associate himself with law enforcement, Bobby feels a sense of loyalty towards Nancy and agrees to help Kevin.
As Kevin and Bobby work together to uncover the truth about Brennan's corruption, they face numerous obstacles, including resistance from the police department and threats from Brennan himself. Along the way, they also come to realize that their own personal motivations and loyalties are not as straightforward as they initially thought.
Q & A is a gripping crime drama that explores the complexities of justice, loyalty, and personal relationships. With strong performances and taut direction, it remains a powerful and relevant film today.