Sharky's Machine (1981)

Detective Tom Sharky, demoted to the vice unit, stumbles upon a web of corruption that implicates a prominent city politician. Assigned to the fringes of law enforcement, Sharky assembles an unconventional team, his 'machine,' to unravel the intricate conspiracy. As they delve deeper into the case, collecting crucial evidence, Sharky finds himself captivated by a woman he has only observed, an enigmatic figure tied to the scandal. His investigation becomes a dangerous obsession, blurring the lines between duty and desire, and threatening to consume him entirely. The stakes are high, and Sharky's every move could be his last.