Swamp Girl

A young girl who lives in the Okefenokee Swamp, resourceful and wary after a traumatic past. She navigates danger with a stubborn will to survive and a growing connection to ranger Jim. Her identity as the so-called Swamp Girl drives both instinct and mystery as she chooses her own future.

A former doctor with a dark history, running an abortion clinic and exploiting infants. Nat’s early life with him shapes Janeen’s longing for safety and complicates her trust in adults. The character’s legacy fuels the film’s moral conflicts and exposes a child’s vulnerability amid crime.

A county sheriff who coordinates with Jim to track fugitives and protect the community. He represents institutional authority and the pressure of law in a perilous landscape. His decisions influence the pace and outcome of the fugitives’ pursuit through the marsh.

The older man who sheltered Janeen and revealed his own painful past. Nat’s protective instincts clash with his fear of the law, ultimately leading to his murder by the escapees. His backstory and sacrifice anchor the swamp’s sense of familial duty and danger.

Carol’s boyfriend and an escaped convict who imposes force and fear in pursuit of wealth or power. His presence heightens the danger in the swamp and leads to the climactic violence that seals his fate.

A determined, dangerous escapee who uses other people to reach her aim. Her actions escalate the conflict and trigger the swamp’s deadly consequences for both criminals and bystanders. Her cold pragmatism contrasts with the more vulnerable figures around her.

A corrupt fixer who aligns with the Martins and navigates criminals through the marsh. His practical knowledge of the swamp helps him survive, but his loyalty is driven by money and advantage.

One of the rough guides hired by the Martins, who provides muscle in the swamp and becomes entangled in the escalating violence. His willingness to act without mercy mirrors the danger surrounding Janeen.

Another hired guide who participates in the chase through the swamp. His role underscores the cruelty of the criminals’ plan and the precariousness of the swamp’s occupants.

Carol’s mother and a person who grapples with the consequences of her daughter’s actions and her own past. Her final revelation about Janeen’s identity frames the emotional climax and her own longing for family.

Carol’s father who arrives with violent intent and becomes involved in a deadly shootout. His rage and pride drive the tragedy that unfolds in the marsh.

A ranger who appears as a steady figure in the story, aiding Janeen and coordinating with Jim at key moments. His presence anchors the marsh as a real, navigable space with its own dangers.