Synopsis/Details
INFORMATION:
‘Hard Bop’ uses the death throes of an old gangster to examine the repercussions of violent crime. From abusive relationships to families torn apart, the absence of trust and empathy leaves a deep psychological scar.
SYNOPSIS:
Night in the city. Lights shimmer and sirens wail.
MARCUS TATE, 59, escapes to a quiet suburban house. Crook, gangster, thief, embezzler. A rival gang want Marcus dead and a violent attack left him isolated and vulnerable.
Marcus fears the worst and keeps an eye on the street. Someone in his organisation betrayed him and his family could be next. Desperate, Marcus phones his daughter GINA, but she holds a grudge and the relationship is strained.
Marcus tries again and this time tells the truth. When Gina hears his confession, she finally relents and agrees to move on. Too late, an armed assassin enters the house and puts a bullet in Marcus’s head. With his final breath he hopes the vendetta ends with him and Gina is spared.
Story & Logistics
Story Situation:
Self-sacrifice for kin
Story Conclusion:
Bitter-sweet
Linear Structure:
Linear
Moral Affections:
Bad Man, Guilt, Penitence
Cast Size:
Couple
Locations:
Couple
Characters
Lead Role Ages:
Male over 45
Hero Type:
Anti-Hero
Villian Type:
Criminal
