Blood and Concrete

A hardened car thief who needs money to leave town, he weathers a spiraling chain of betrayals and threats. Resourceful and street-smart, he navigates a dangerous network while trying to protect Mona and stay one step ahead of Hank, Spuntz, and Bart. His pragmatism and stubborn determination push him toward a final gamble that could seal his escape.

An unsuccessful singer on the verge of giving up, she forms a wary partnership with Joey in a city that feeds on danger. She cares for Joey and pushes to leave, even when it means risking her own safety. Her past and longing for stability drive her to play a pivotal role in the couple's attempt to escape.

A seasoned detective who suspects Joey and pursues the truth across a maze of criminals. He has spent twenty years chasing Spuntz and becomes the catalyst that forces Joey deeper into the conspiracy. His persistence and blunt approach reveal a gruff, dogged pursuit of justice.

A violent, aggressive figure who colludes with Spuntz and looms as a constant threat to Joey. He embodies the dangerous, impulsive side of the criminal underworld and drives some of the film's most shocking confrontations. His unpredictability keeps the tension high.

A ruthless drug kingpin with a monopoly on the missing cargo. He commands respect and fear, and he is willing to kill those who betray him to protect his operation. His schemes and manipulation push the plot toward its violent culmination.

Mona's ex-boyfriend who has a history with Mort and the drug trade. He becomes a peripheral yet suspicious presence in the pursuit, illustrating the fragility of loyalties in a world of deceit. His actions hint at deeper connections to the drug schemes.

A conniving contact who lures Joey with the promise of money but ultimately aims to betray him. He briefly wields power in the cemetery showdown, only to be shot by Bart. His treachery highlights the precarious loyalties in a world driven by profit and danger.