Police investigate when a man having an affair with his brother's wife disappears suddenly.

A waitress, a barman and an underwear designer try to rob a New York restaurant where two of them work.

A New York journalist lies when his fake story about a pimp describes a real pimp up for murder.

Helena Mora, the head of an eccentric theatrical family, has decided to sell her large estate in the Hamptons because of her recent money troubles. Before she completes the sale, she wants to have one last gathering of family and friends, with dramatic performances. Bringing everyone together, though, creates rivalries and tension, especially for Oona, a temperamental but successful movie actress who seeks the approval of her creative peers.

A Washington waitress saves the Emir of Ohtar's life, launching her diplomatic career and a scandal.

A soldier, returning home from war, chances upon a stranger who offers to buy his violin. The stranger is none other than the devil.

A successful, ego-maniacal architect who has spent a lifetime bullying his wife, employees and mistresses wants to make peace as his life approaches its final act.

An uninterrupted rehearsal of Chekhov's 'Uncle Vanya' plays out by a company of actors. The setting: their run-down theater with an unusable stage and crumbling ceiling. The play is shown act by act with the briefest of breaks to move props or for refreshments. The lack of costumes, real props and scenery is soon forgotten.