Revenge

A former U.S. Navy aviator who leaves the service and becomes entangled in Tibey's world. He is resourceful, stubborn, and driven by love and the desire for revenge; his resolve pushes him through trains of danger and violence as he hunts Tibey.

A wealthy and ruthless Mexican crime boss who rules with fear and discipline. He views family and loyalty through a harsh lens and targets Cochran and Miryea to protect his dominion.

The beautiful young wife of Tibey who longs for children and a freer life. She falls in love with Cochran, becomes disfigured by Tibey's cruelty, and ultimately dies from AIDS, leaving Cochran to mourn a love that could not endure.

Tibey's hard-edged right-hand man who enforces discipline and carries out the boss's brutal orders. His loyalty and willingness to kill reveal the price of living in Tibey's criminal orbit.

A peasant farmer who unknowingly becomes a pivotal ally to Cochran, nursing him back to health and guiding him toward the path of revenge. His quiet strength and practical wisdom help Cochran survive the brutal journey.

A man connected to Tibey's world who joins Cochran's cause after learning of his sister’s death. He provides assistance and a route to Tibey's whereabouts, driven by a desire for justice.

A quiet, observant ally who contributes to Cochran's revenge plan. He helps coordinate efforts and stays steady under pressure, underscoring the themes of loyalty and calculated risk.

The brothel madame who initially rejects Miryea because of her scar but ultimately assigns her to 'common use.' Her role exposes the cruelty and commodification at the margins of Tibey's world.

A rugged Texan who offers Cochran a ride on a road to Durango and later dies under mysterious circumstances, symbolizing the random cruelty of the world Cochran navigates.