David Locke (Jack Nicholson) is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a conflict in northern Africa, but he makes little progress with the story. When he discovers the body of a stranger who looks similar to him, Locke assumes the dead man's identity. However, he soon finds out that the man was an arms dealer, leading Locke into dangerous situations. Aided by a beautiful woman (Maria Schneider), Locke attempts to avoid both the police and criminals out to get him.
A man and woman are show in bed together, unclothed, and from a distance. There is no nudity visible.
violence
A video is shown of a man being executed by firing squad. It is an actual killing, not acted. There is some blood seen, even though the camera goes out of focus a little.
profanity
Two uses of "fuck" and one use of "shit," along with some minor profanity.
frightening
The scene in which the man is shot is disturbing, especially when is reaction is seen.
