Small Crime

A former cop released from jail who longs to leave his violent past behind. He grapples with anger, redemptive longing, and the pull of dangerous obligations that threaten his fragile attempt at a new life. His choices oscillate between seeking peace with his family and succumbing to the coercive forces around him.

A corrupt district attorney who manipulates Denton to serve mob interests. He pushes for violent solutions to protect his own power, and his calculated moves reveal how the legal system can be compromised. His presence drives the moral hazards that the protagonist must face.

A mob boss on his deathbed who has supposedly found religion, yet his past menace continues to cast a shadow. His illness amplifies pressure on everyone around him and fractures the fragile balance between crime and conscience. His condition becomes a pivot for the unfolding intrigue.

A hospice nurse who becomes Denton’s romantic interest and a crucial because-of-events figure. She quietly murders Vassey, a twist that underscores how compassion and cruelty can coexist in the same person. Her actions propel the plot toward a dangerous, morally ambiguous conclusion.

The brother of Denton’s slain partner who alternates between aiding and obstructing Denton’s plans. His sense of loyalty clashes with revenge-driven impulses, creating volatile tension that drives key confrontations. His presence compounds the sense of unfinished business and vendetta.

Vassey’s sadistic son who pressures Denton with threats and violence. He embodies the family’s dangerous legacy and amplifies the film’s threats and brutal turnings. His actions heighten the stakes for Denton and those around him.

A prostitute who becomes entangled in the scheme around Coakley and Vassey. She contributes to the web of manipulation and deception that traps the central characters. Her role helps to reveal how collateral players influence the outcome.

Toni’s volatile boyfriend who acts on jealousy and is drawn into the mob’s dangerous games. His impulsive actions contribute to the film’s violent trajectory and fatal consequences. His arc intersects with Coakley’s manipulations and Denton’s fragile control.

Denton's ex-wife who blocks contact and threatens to press charges if he reaches the family again. Her resistance highlights the personal boundaries he must respect and the costs of his past life. Her stance compounds the emotional stakes of Denton’s attempts at reconciliation.