Deadly Strangers

An elderly, well-meaning motorist who gives Belle a ride and becomes briefly entangled in the couple's flight from the law. He is cautious and kindly, yet his trust in strangers makes him vulnerable to manipulation. His encounter with the pair ends with his attempt to rescue or warn others, illustrating the danger they pose.

A man in his thirties whose charm masks voyeuristic perversions and a dangerous need for control. He hides his true background, playing on Belle's vulnerability as they travel together. His plan unravels when Belle's past and his own predilections collide, ultimately leading to his murder by Belle.

An orphan with a traumatic past who murdered her uncle after being abused, leading to confinement in Greenwood Mental Hospital. She oscillates between vulnerability and resolve, using the road trip to assert autonomy while revealing the depth of her scars.

The abuser whose voyeuristic crossings left Belle scarred and driven to violence. His actions cast a long shadow over Belle's adulthood and fuel the motive behind the earlier murder and subsequent institutionalization.

A young woman working at a remote petrol station who becomes a casualty of the couple's flight and violence. Her murder marks a turning point in the pursuit and raises the stakes for Belle and Stephen.

A brash young motorcyclist who harasses the couple on the road, contributing to the sense of danger on the open highway. He is knocked aside during their escape, illustrating how they evade law and order.

Another young rider who becomes part of the escalating tension, audience to their flight and the reckless atmosphere of the chase. His presence heightens the sense that danger is always nearby.

A minor character encountered as the couple seeks shelter, representing the ordinary front that contrasts with their dangerous secret lives. The scene highlights the intrusion of danger into everyday spaces.