Harvey Keitel gives his best performance in this rough, intense melodrama following the final days of a crooked cop as he investigates the brutal rape of a nun and seeks redemption. This film is dark and depressing not to mention has some very explicit scenes, but it is still powerful. Not for the faint of heart or those easily offended, this film looks at a corrupt cop doing some very bad things and shows how even the most cruel and evil of men can still find a chance for forgiveness. Keitel is a brilliant actor. No other actor out there could've done this role quite like him. He and Abel Ferrara put together a film that may challenge your way of looking at things but it will remain unforgettable and intense long after viewing. This movie had an impact on me. One of the most depressing films ever made... it really stands out. a film like this is worthy of accolades and much attention.