Wild Things: Diamonds in the Rough

Wild Things: Diamonds in the Rough

Year: 2005

Runtime: 87 mins

Language: English

Director: Jay Lowi

CrimeDramaMystery

Two ambitious young women scheme to claim a $4 million inheritance consisting of two priceless diamonds, employing manipulation and deception at every turn. Meanwhile, two detectives race to stop their plot, only to become entangled in a web of twists and unexpected complications.

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Timeline & Setting – Wild Things: Diamonds in the Rough (2005)

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Location

Marie Clifton's town, Marie's school, construction site, woods, courtroom, Elena's trailer

The story is set across a contemporary town centered on Marie Clifton's life. Key locations include Marie's school, a construction site used for private meetings, a courtroom where legal decisions unfold, the woods where confrontations occur, and Elena's trailer that becomes a hub for investigation and plotting. These settings anchor the drama as alliances shift and loyalties are tested under pressure.

🏫 School 🏗️ Construction site ⚖️ Courtroom 🌲 Woods 🏚️ Elena's trailer

Last Updated: October 03, 2025 at 14:17

Main Characters – Wild Things: Diamonds in the Rough (2005)

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Detective Michael Morrison (Linden Ashby)

A seasoned detective assigned to the Elena case. He collaborates with Kristen to uncover motives and expose the scheme hiding behind testimonies. He analyzes alibis, links clues, and remains a steady moral compass as trust frays.

🔎 Detective 🧭 Investigator ⚖️ Authority

Kristen Richards (Dina Meyer)

A determined investigator who reveals she was a victim in the past, motivating her pursuit of justice. She works with Morrison to scrutinize Elena and uncover the truth about the diamonds. Her perspective adds urgency and resilience to the investigation.

🧠 Investigator 🗣️ Survivor 🧩 Strategist

Jay Clifton (Brad Johnson)

Marie's stepfather whose financial desperation and need for control over the diamonds drive the conflict. He appears confident and scheming, but his plans are progressively thwarted by the investigators and the other players.

💼 Rival 🧩 Plotter ⚠️ Risk-taker

Elena Sandoval (Sandra McCoy)

A central schemer who leverages information about Kristen's past to bolster her credibility. She moves between ally and adversary, pursues the diamonds, and manipulates Marie and Chad. She attempts to coax a confession from Marie while ultimately fleeing with the fake diamonds.

🕶️ Schemer 🧭 Manipulator 🗝️ Information-gatherer

Marie Clifton (Serah D'Laine)

The heiress set to inherit the diamonds who initially wants to sell them to secure her future. She is cautious, calculating, and willing to cooperate with Jay to test the plan. As the plot unfolds, she becomes entangled with Elena and Chad, shaping the scheme's course and facing deadly consequences.

💎 Heiress 🧠 Strategist 🧊 Risk-taker

Dr. Chad Johnson (Ron Melendez)

A physician who documents Elena's injuries and testifies; soon drawn into the diamonds' conspiracy. His fear of exposure leads him to betray Marie, culminating in a deadly confrontation where Marie kills him with a tire iron.

🏥 Doctor 🗣️ Witness 🗡️ Betrayer

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Major Themes – Wild Things: Diamonds in the Rough (2005)

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🎭 Manipulation

The narrative centers on manipulation as characters craft alibis and misdirections to gain control of the diamonds. Elena, Marie, and Chad coordinate moves to exploit trust and conceal their true motives. The story repeatedly reveals new deceptions, redefining who is really in control.

💎 Inheritance

The two diamonds symbolize power and status, turning inheritance into a battleground. Jay's claim to the diamonds triggers a web of lies as Marie contemplates selling them to secure her future. The later twist that the diamonds are fake underscores how wealth can be a fragile illusion.

🤝 Trust & Betrayal

Trust is tested as friends become rivals and allies switch sides. The detective duo uncovers Elena's manipulation and the deadly plans surrounding the diamonds. A major twist reveals the true relationship between Richards and Elena, reshaping who is trusted and who is left to face consequences. The pursuit culminates in a lethal confrontation that redefines loyalty.

Last Updated: October 03, 2025 at 14:17

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