Flaxy Martin

A sharp, morally flexible mob attorney who longs to leave the crime world for respectability. He relies on charm and cunning to navigate treachery, yet his plans are continually undone by those around him. His arc shifts between pursuit of truth and strategic self-preservation, culminating in a tense, decisive choice at the end.

A showgirl with deep ties to the mob, she orchestrates and negotiates crime to protect herself and the man she loves. Her motives blend romantic affection with material calculation, making her both manipulator and survivor. Her actions propel the plot toward a fatal climax that reveals her true, calculating nature.

A compassionate, pragmatic woman who offers Colby refuge and a sense of humanity amid crime. Her kindness contrasts with the noir world’s cynicism, and she chooses loyalty to Colby even as danger closes in. Her resolve influences Colby’s ultimate decisions and moral direction.

A ruthless crime boss who commands fear and control, using threats and leverage to maintain power. He instinctively underestimates Flaxy, yet his grip on the scheme is unyielding. His downfall comes through the turbulent web of loyalty and betrayal he helps weave.

A hotel-bound witness whose testimony could topple Caesar’s case. She becomes a pawn in Flaxy and Hap’s game, meeting a violent fate that underscores the peril of speaking out. Her role exposes the perilous cost of crossing the crime syndicate.

A mob hood who becomes the focal point of the legal and criminal schemes. His fate is sealed by manipulated testimony and intra-crime power plays. He represents the collateral damage of the syndicate’s pursuit of control.

Hap’s henchman, a dangerous enforcer who enforces loyalty through intimidation. He pursues Colby across settings from city streets to rooftops, demonstrating the violent reach of the crime world. His death on the rooftop marks a brutal turn in the pursuit.

A former client who feels he owes Colby a debt of gratitude. He acts as a practical ally who helps orchestrate plans and offers a measure of stability amid chaos. His loyalty is steady, providing a counterpoint to the more volatile players.

A detective figure who embodies the law’s persistent reach in the noir world. His presence adds pressure to the criminals’ schemes and serves as a reminder that justice lingers in the background.

Another detective presence who helps drive the investigative aspect of the plot. He contributes to the tension as the net tightens around the main players.