During the six years in prison, Rudy (Ben Affleck) met his friend Nick (James Frain). Through Nick's letters, Rudy learned about a woman named Ashley (Charlize Theron). In the subtle influence, Rudy actually developed a special feeling for Ashley. Nick died in a riot in the prison, and Rudy had only one wish after being released from prison, that is, to find Ashley. As Rudy expected, Ashley was a stunning beauty. In order not to make things abrupt in the past, Rudy lied to Ashley that he was Nick. Rudy and Ashley's relationship developed rapidly, but at the same time, Rudy also found that he seemed to be involved in a conspiracy. Ashley's brother Gabriel (Gary Sinise) planned to rob a casino, and Rudy also joined the gang between coercion and inducement.