A man against capital punishment is accused of murdering a fellow activist and is sent to death row.

A woman who accidentally runs over and kills an endangered snake is put on trial by a misogynist judge. She then tries to save herself by spinning an impossibly tall, "Arabian Nights"-esque tale of gossip and intrigue that eventually involves everyone in their small town.

Seeking revenge for his brother's death, Pancho returns to Los Angeles and offers his services to dangerous crime boss Vinny in exchange for help tracking down the killer.