Berlin-Kreuzberg, 1987: Through these grey streets, many people are hunting for Bernard Samson - London's field agent. But for Bernard, the city of his childhood holds innumerable grim hiding places for a spy on the run. On a personal level there is a wonderful new young woman in his life but her love brings danger and guilt to a life already lacking stability. Only one thing is certain: sooner or later Bernard will have to face the music and find someone to trust with his life.