Black Point

Black Point

Year: 2002

Runtime: 100 mins

Language: English

Director: David Mackay

DramaAction

Nowhere to run. No one to trust. In a remote Alaskan fishing village, a ruthless crime boss believes a solitary fisherman is hiding the location of his stolen cash. The fisherman, however, is far from an ordinary man, and a deadly cat‑and‑mouse game erupts on the icy coast.

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Timeline & Setting – Black Point (2002)

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Black Point, Washington

Black Point is a quiet town in Washington state where the facade of small-town life masks growing danger. The setting provides a claustrophobic backdrop for a story about money, deception, and violence moving through familiar streets and familiar faces. Locations like Flanagan's Bar, the clinic, and the Sea Vista Campground anchor the drama and fuel the pursuit of the missing loot.

❄️ Small-town 🕵️ Crime hub 🎭 Drama backdrop

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Main Characters – Black Point (2002)

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John Hawkins (David Caruso)

A wary, stubborn rescuer who steps into the criminals' web after saving Natalie. He channels stubborn courage into pursuit of truth, often clashing with police and criminals alike. His loyalties are tested as he tries to clear his name while protecting those he cares about.

🛡️ Protector ⚔️ Determined 🕵️‍♂️ Wary

Natalie Travis (Susan Haskell)

A battered, resourceful woman who manipulates events to survive and protect her own interests. She alternates between fear and resolve, complicating the line between victim and ally. Her choices drive the plot toward a volatile finale.

💔 Complex 🧭 Resourceful 🔀 Dual nature

Gus Travis (Thomas Ian Griffith)

The hard edged bank robber who brutalizes Natalie and pushes the plan forward. He clashes with John and commands his crew with ruthless pragmatism. He meets his end at the hands of Natalie in the woods.

💥 Violent 😈 Ruthless 🧪 Calculated

Standing Bear (Gordon Tootoosis)

John's loyal friend who is tortured for information about John by Gus and his crew. He endures brutal treatment yet remains a key figure in the pursuit of truth. His resilience anchors the emotional core of the story.

🤝 Loyal 🩺 Vulnerable

Malcolm (Miguel Sandoval)

A gang member who coordinates with Gus and helps chase John. He keeps pressure on the protagonists while the plan unravels under pressure. His role highlights the perilous dynamics of criminal collaboration.

🗝️ Criminal 🧠 Resourceful 🗡️ Menacing

Bar Thug (Anthony Ulc)

A minor thug in Gus's crew who participates in confrontations and chase scenes. His presence adds to the sense of danger surrounding the robbery and pursuit.

💥 Thug 🧱 Minion

Kevin (John Tench)

A minor player in the pursuit who contributes to the tension during escapes and confrontations. His role underscores how many small parts support a larger crime plot.

👤 Minor 🕵️‍♂️ Witness

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Major Themes – Black Point (2002)

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⚖️ Justice

The film probes what justice means when law enforcement is forced to second-guess itself. John and Natalie each juggle personal loyalties and legal peril as the truth about the theft unfolds. The climactic showdown tests whether morality can survive in a town where everyone has a hidden motive.

💔 Betrayal

Betrayal threads through every alliance, from Natalie’s double life to the crumbling trust between John and the criminals. Each character negotiates how far they are willing to go for money, safety, or revenge. The film shows how quickly affection can become manipulation when fear and greed are at play.

🔥 Tension

The plot builds from quiet tension to explosive action as pursuit and counterplot collide. Small choices, like who to trust and where to hide, determine who survives the next encounter. The pervasive unease creates a heartbeat to the story until the final reckoning.

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