Drowning Mona

Drowning Mona

Year: 2000

Runtime: 96 min

Language: English

Director: Nick Gomez

MysteryComedyCrime

The quiet town of Verplanck is thrown into turmoil when Mona Dearly is found dead in the Hudson River. Police Chief Wyatt Rash investigates the suspicious death, quickly discovering a community harboring a multitude of secrets and potential motives. As he delves deeper into the case, Rash uncovers a complex web of bitter relationships and long-held grudges among the town's residents, suggesting Mona’s death was the culmination of years of resentment.

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1

Mona's Car Trouble

Mona Dearly struggles to unlock her car, which sets off a series of unfortunate events. In her frustration, she decides to take her son Jeph's Yugo for a drive, setting the stage for the impending disaster.

2

Brakes Fail

During her drive, Mona experiences a catastrophic failure of her brakes. The car careens off a cliff and plunges into the Hudson River, marking a tragic moment witnessed by Clarence, who was fishing nearby.

Hudson River
3

Mona's Death

The news of Mona's death brings little grief to her husband Phil and son Jeph. Their lack of emotion reflects Mona's troubled life, which was characterized by abuse, alcoholism, and conflict with those she loved.

4

Ellie's Celebration

Mona’s daughter-in-law Ellie Rash is eager to celebrate the demise of Mona, harboring resentment over past mistreatment of her fiancé Bobby. This adds layers of tension and conflict within the Dearly family dynamics.

5

Tension in JB Landscaping

Jeph's lack of motivation leads to struggles within the family business, JB Landscaping. As tensions rise, the relationships among the characters become increasingly strained, highlighting the family's troubles.

6

Phil and Rona's Affair

Phil and Rona meet at the Charm Motel, where they express a twisted sense of relief over Mona's passing. Phil denies any wrongdoing, but the emotional fallout hints at deeper issues within the family.

Charm Motel
7

Bobby's Confessions

Bobby confides in his older brother Murph that he is troubled by Mona’s death. Meanwhile, Murph grows suspicious of Bobby’s demeanor, raising concerns about the circumstances surrounding Mona's demise.

8

Chief Wyatt's Investigation

Chief Wyatt begins investigating Mona's death, intending to unravel the circumstances. He speaks to Jeph, who shifts suspicion towards Bobby for allegedly threatening Mona, complicating the investigation.

9

Tampering Discovery

As Chief Wyatt digs deeper, he learns from Lucinda, the local mechanic, that Mona's vehicle had been tampered with. This revelation heightens the urgency of the investigation and points to foul play.

10

Family Dynamics Unraveled

Phil reveals to Wyatt the abusive nature of his relationship with Mona, shedding light on the family’s troubled dynamics. Allegations surface, with Bobby expressing his disdain for Mona due to a business partnership dispute.

11

The Key Switch

The investigation reaches a turning point when it is revealed that the car keys were switched. Bobby confesses to Ellie about rigging Jeph's vehicle, exposing the web of deceit surrounding Mona's death.

12

Phil's Mysterious Death

In a shocking twist, Phil dies under mysterious circumstances at the Charm Motel. This event escalates the chaos and deepens the secrets within the family, leaving everyone on edge.

Charm Motel
13

Jeph's Despair

Overwhelmed with grief and betrayal, Jeph spirals into despair, especially after Rona leaves him. His emotional breakdown exemplifies the tragic consequences of the unfolding events.

14

Clarence's Revelation

Clarence shares crucial information with Chief Wyatt regarding Bobby’s secrets related to Phil's tampering with the car. These revelations paint a clearer picture of the manipulations at play.

15

Bobby and Ellie's Commitment

In a surprising turn of events, Bobby vows to care for Ellie and their unborn child amidst the turmoil. The couple ultimately decides to marry, signifying a commitment forged in a backdrop of betrayal.

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