Red Light

A powerful trucking magnate driven by a relentless desire to avenge his brother Jess's murder. He leverages wealth and influence to stalk suspects, escalating the conflict and drawing danger closer. His obsession blends control with moral ambiguity, pushing him toward drastic actions. The climax forces him to confront the consequences of his vigilante pursuit.

A jailed bookkeeper who schemes to settle scores after his release, hiring Rocky to murder Jess. He embodies calculated crime and manipulation, executing violence to protect his own interests. His actions trigger a chain of killings and confrontations that pull the whole story toward a lethal climax. In the end, his confession and confrontation reveal the moral cost of his scheming.

A woman who stayed in the hotel room and lost her brother in World War II. She becomes entangled in Johnny's search for the Bible, ultimately resisting his overbearing influence. Her stance shifts from tentative cooperation to decisive moral clarity, and she pushes Johnny toward considering forgiveness over vengeance. She embodies resilience and the struggle for personal autonomy in a dangerous pursuit.

A Catholic chaplain returned from a World War II POW camp, whose life and death catalyze the plot. His memory and clues in the Gideon Bible challenge others to reflect on faith, mercy, and the true meaning of justice. He embodies vulnerability and moral influence even after death, guiding the action through his final message. His presence anchors the film's spiritual dimension.

A veteran who was blinded in the war and who possesses the Bible for a time, illustrating the war's lasting impact on survivors. He explains the Bible's significance and the hope it can give instead of despair. His experiences highlight themes of resilience, faith, and the fragile line between protection and danger in the post-war era. His moment with the Bible reframes the treasure as spiritual rather than material.

An inmate nearing release who is hired to murder Jess. He becomes a pawn in the broader revenge plot, ultimately getting wounded and then killed by Nick. His role underscores how the cycle of violence ensnares even those who are only peripherally involved. His fate highlights the human cost of vengeance.