その手にのるな

The film centers on a woman murdered at a construction site, with a handbag containing five million yen stolen. Detective Kuribayashi investigates the case, focusing on Kishida Ryohei, a cabaret musician and former convict. As the investigation deepens, Kishida denies any involvement, despite circumstantial evidence linking him to the crime.

The story is set against the backdrop of life in a residential apartment, where rumors swirl among the residents, adding tension to the narrative. Kishida's unrequited feelings for a neighbor, stripper Tachibana Yumi, complicate matters further, especially since she is involved with a plumber named Maki Shinji. This film presents a blend of personal drama and suspenseful investigation, characteristic of its era in Japanese cinema.