Small time celebrity photographer Les Galantine (Steve Buscemi) has a big dreams, but he can’t quite talk himself into the right parties to get that one great exclusive photo. He meets Toby (Michael Pitt), a homeless kid who is drawn to the bright lights of New York City and “hires” him as his assistant.

Les pays Toby nothing but room and board but the two are drawn to each other and become friends. Although Toby enjoys the glamour and excitement of Les’ lifestyle he has dreams of his own; to become an actor...