The Son of No One

The Son of No One

Year: 2011

Runtime: 95 min

Language: English

Director: Dito Montiel

ActionThrillerCrime

A young police officer investigating a cold case in his Queens neighborhood finds himself embroiled in a dangerous situation. As new evidence emerges, he must confront unsettling secrets and potential corruption within the police force, jeopardizing his career and the safety of those he cares about. His pursuit of justice leads him down a perilous path, forcing him to question everything he thought he knew.

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1

Jonathan's Struggles

In a gritty Queens neighborhood, Jonathan White, a young cop, grapples with the pressures of his job while caring for his wife Kerry and their ailing daughter. The looming threat of his dark past begins to intrude on his present life.

Queens
2

The 1986 Incident

Back in 1986, a younger Jonathan faced a life-threatening situation when two attackers attempted to harm him. In a desperate act of survival, he and his friends, Vinnie and Vicky, took drastic measures, leading to a grave cover-up.

1986
3

The Cover-Up

Jonathan, with the help of Vinnie and Vicky, disposed of the bodies to keep their involvement a secret. Detective Stanford, suspecting Jonathan’s connection to the incident, decided to turn a blind eye out of respect for Jonathan's late father.

1986
4

Secrets Resurface

Sixteen years later, Jonathan's life unravels when an anonymous source leaks information about the old murders, stirring curiosity and danger. Jonathan feels the pressure as his buried past threatens to resurface and destroy everything he has built.

5

Reunion with Vinnie

Jonathan meets Vinnie after years apart, finding his old friend a mere shadow of his former self due to mental illness. Their reunion is fraught with tension as Jonathan tries to persuade Vinnie that uncovering their shared secret would only bring more heartache.

6

Assassination Attempt

As Jonathan attempts to reconnect with Vinnie, he is ambushed by an unknown assailant. This dangerous encounter escalates the stakes and exacerbates the ongoing turmoil in his life, forcing him to act swiftly.

7

Journalist's Investigation

A determined journalist named Loren Bridges investigates the old murders, unknowingly putting herself in danger. Jonathan pleads with her to drop the story, but her refusal leads to catastrophic consequences.

8

Loren's Murder

Tragedy strikes when Loren is brutally murdered, leaving behind a cryptic message that disturbs Jonathan deeply. This shocking turn of events highlights the lengths to which corrupt forces will go to protect their secrets.

9

Confrontation with Authority

Jonathan is confronted by Captain Mathers and now-Commissioner Stanford, who reveal their involvement in Loren's murder. They threaten Jonathan, demanding he play along with their corrupt scheme to avoid being framed for the crime.

10

Race to Save Vinnie

Determined to protect his loved ones, Jonathan rushes to Vinnie’s apartment, sensing that Mathers and Stanford are plotting against him. The tension escalates dramatically as they plan to eliminate Vinnie.

11

The Rooftop Showdown

On the rooftop of Vinnie’s apartment, Jonathan arrives just in time to witness Mathers preparing to kill Vinnie. In a high-stakes moment, Jonathan tries to intervene, but Mathers shoots him, leaving Jonathan injured.

Vinnie's Rooftop
12

Vinnie's Decision

In the chaos of the situation, Mathers forces Vinnie to choose a deadly path. However, Vinnie opts to defy Mathers, turning the gun on him instead, showcasing a flash of moral conviction amidst the darkness.

Vinnie's Rooftop
13

Stanford's Betrayal

As Vinnie confronts Mathers, Stanford takes the opportunity to shoot, resulting in a devastating fall for Vinnie. Jonathan is left grappling with the betrayal as the corrupt police force manipulates the situation.

Vinnie's Rooftop
14

The Final Encounter

Jonathan desperately searches for Vinnie, only to find him near death, experiencing a final moment where they assure each other that their secrets will remain hidden. This moment weighs heavily on Jonathan's conscience.

15

The Letter from Vicky

In the aftermath of the tumultuous events, Jonathan receives a letter from an older Vicky. To his shock, he discovers that she has been sending cryptic messages to the press all along, marking a haunting conclusion to his ordeal.

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