Side Street

Joe Norson, a struggling mail carrier in New York City, is desperate to support his pregnant wife, Ellen. Constantly worried about his modest earnings, Joe becomes tempted when he stumbles across an unlocked office during his delivery route. Succumbing to impulse, he steals what he believes is a small sum of money from a drawer, only to discover later that he has taken far more than he intended—and that the cash is associated with a larger criminal operation. Paranoia and guilt set in quickly as news of the theft triggers the attention of both the police and a dangerous group of criminals looking to recover their money.

As Joe tries to return the stolen money and extricate himself from the consequences, he finds himself ever deeper entangled in a web of blackmail, corruption, and violence. His attempts at redemption only further implicate him, making him a prime suspect in the ongoing police investigation. The threat to his and Ellen’s safety escalates as ruthless figures from both sides of the law close in. Driven by desperation and mounting fear, Joe must navigate treacherous streets and moral dilemmas, all while desperately seeking a way to safeguard his family and clear his name before it’s too late.