The Turning Point

An earnest local journalist who leans toward supporting Conroy but suspects his inexperience. He pursues truth and becomes a key voice for exposing the mob’s reach, balancing sympathy with a commitment to accountability. He risks his safety and ultimately confronts dangerous forces in pursuit of justice and transparency.

A determined Special Prosecutor granted extraordinary powers to dismantle the crime syndicate. He relies on the journalist’s discoveries and relentlessly pursues the case, pressuring corrupt figures to reveal the truth. His leadership drives the crackdown, even as personal and political pressures mount.

A local policeman who is secretly on the mob’s payroll, playing both sides as the plot unfolds. He ruses to procure a damaging file but intends to keep a copy, revealing his betrayal. His murder during a staged robbery and the subsequent cover-up expose the depth of corruption.

The ruthless crime boss behind the syndicate, with a callous disregard for those harmed by his operation. He orders murders, has a building burned to avoid subpoenas, and manipulates everyone around him to maintain control. His actions anchor the film’s moral crisis and ultimate downfall.

Widow of Monty LaRue who holds the key to proving the murder by LaRue. She seeks vengeance and allies with McKibbon and Conroy to topple Eichelberger, and her testimony becomes pivotal in the final act. Her resolve transforms from victim to witness and catalyst for justice.

A mobster who orchestrates violence and hires the hit man to target McKibbon. He embodies the project’s planning and greed, pressing for McKibbon’s destruction while veering between loyalty to the mob and personal gain. His schemes propel the film’s suspense and set the trap for the finale.

A cold, efficient hired killer who executes orders without hesitation. He shoots McKibbon in the pursuit of power and fear, illustrating the brutal reach of the crime network. His presence heightens the sense of danger that envelops the protagonists.

The killer employed by Eichelberger to remove Matt Conroy during a staged robbery, who is then killed by another assailant. His role demonstrates the cold-blooded mechanics of the mob’s violence and its disposable nature.