A Score to Settle

In 2020, Frank Carver stepped out of the prison gates after nineteen years of wrongful incarceration. This marked the beginning of his journey towards redemption and reconnection with his son.

Upon his release, Frank carried the heavy burden of being wrongfully imprisoned for the murder of a former confidant, an act committed by mob enforcer Max. This tragedy haunted him, especially as it meant abandoning his son, Joey, during his crucial formative years.

As Frank re-entered the world, he found Joey had grown into a troubled young man battling addiction and debt. The emotional distance between them was palpable, complicating their anticipated reunion.

Frank and Joey's reunion took place at the old Carver family home, a site layered with both nostalgia and grief. During this poignant moment, they discovered a forgotten bounty from Frank's past that offered a glimmer of hope for their future.

That evening, Frank defied medical advice and sought out Q, an old acquaintance who now owned a bar. Their meeting was a blend of nostalgia and unresolved issues from their criminal past.

The next day, Frank and Joey indulged in a lavish lifestyle, enjoying bespoke suits and high-speed sports cars. This period of rediscovery allowed them to form a new bond, although it was fraught with underlying tension.

Their newfound lifestyle quickly attracted the attention of Trip, a cunning pimp who sought to manipulate them. Frank, using his street instincts, recognized the danger and proactively distanced himself from Trip's influence.

In their hotel suite, Joey pushed Frank into an encounter with a woman named Simone, who initially masked her true identity. As they grew closer, Frank revealed the emotional trauma of his past, allowing Simone to glimpse the man behind the hardened exterior.

Driven by a need for vengeance, Frank sought out Jimmy, Max's second-in-command, but found him elusive. This failure only deepened the chasm between Frank and Joey, as Frank’s violent instincts resurfaced.

In an act of desperation and anger, Frank killed one of Max's henchmen, Tank, solidifying his return to the violent criminal world. This decision strained his relationship with Joey, who wished for a different life.

Following a drug relapse, Joey reached out in need, prompting Frank to come to his rescue. Their emotional bond strengthened as they paid tribute at Lorraine’s grave, though a chilling revelation awaited Frank.

At Lorraine’s grave, Frank discovered a headstone marked with Joey's name, revealing that Joey was a figment of his imagination. This dark twist highlighted the scars left by Max's actions and the fragility of Frank's mind.

Determined to confront his demons, Frank located Max in an assisted living facility, where he astonishingly chose to spare Max’s life. This encounter ignited unsettling questions about loyalty as only Q had visited Max before him.

In a desperate bid to reclaim his life, Frank took Q's daughter hostage during her wedding, forcing Q to confess his role in Joey’s murder. Tension escalated, leading to tragic consequences as Q’s daughter shot Frank.

As law enforcement closed in, Frank made a final stand on the church steps, where he succumbed to his wounds. In his final moments, he was visited by the spirit of Joey, guiding him toward the afterlife, fulfilling the promises of love and redemption.