A Good Marriage

Darcy is a steady, devoted wife who seeks safety and normalcy for her family. Her discovery of a pornographic magazine and a hidden box of ID cards shatters her sense of security. She confronts Bob, faces a chilling past, and makes a drastic plan to protect their children. Her decision is morally complex, balancing loyalty with a willingness to take extreme action.

Bob appears as a loving husband and father but harbors a dark past and a dormant murderous alter ego. He explains his past to Darcy in a way that tries to deflect scrutiny and maintain a calm veneer. He pleads with Darcy to bury the matter for the sake of the family, using charm to mask guilt. His presence represents a dangerous duality at the heart of the marriage.

Holt Ramsey is a retired detective who spent years investigating the Beadie murders. He notices a pattern in Bob’s proximity to the victims and connects the dots back to the Anderson home. He reassures Darcy that she did the right thing, while his continued suspicion hints that danger may not be truly over.

Petra is a member of the Anderson family, representing the younger generation affected by the revelation. She embodies the tension within a family under siege by dark secrets and the reality of potential danger to their future. Her presence underscores the stakes for the children involved in the domestic upheaval.

Donnie is a member of the Anderson family whose life is intersected by the discoveries and the resulting tension at home. He witnesses the shift in family dynamics as secrets come to light and the family grapples with trust, loyalty, and safety.

Bill Gaines appears as a local acquaintance within the everyday fabric of the community surrounding the Anderson family. His presence provides a sense of ordinary life that becomes unsettled as the Beadie-related events intrude into the family sphere.