A "Big Brother" screen of his employer in the men's room reprimands him when he sneaks a cigarette: "Hey, quit stalling.I've been cursed for delving into the mysteries of Life.Perhaps death is sacred and I profaned it.For what a wonderful vision it was.I dreamed of being the first to give to he world the secret that God is so jealous of - the formula for life."Title card:THE BRONX New York City 1941On the city street's sidewalk, Joey and Salvy (Frank Vincent), a small-time Mafia lieutenant, walk toward Jake's apartment while discussing he Reeves fight." She predicted the loss of her visionary powers by becoming his lover and sacrificing her virginity: "But my lord, in your bed, I would lose my gift of sight and you would lose your advantage in battle.