A Leap in the Dark (1980)

Judge Mauro is deeply devoted to justice, but carries the weight of his sister Marta's ongoing mental health challenges. Marta has always been a source of strength and support for Mauro. As Marta struggles with despair, Mauro seeks a path to help her through an unexpected connection with Giovanni, a gifted actor whose methods are ethically ambiguous. A hopeful bond develops between Marta and Giovanni, but Mauro finds himself wrestling with jealousy. He must navigate the complexities of family duty and his own feelings, questioning whether healing his sister might compromise his own emotional well-being.