Wrongfully Accused

Wrongfully Accused

Year: 1998

Runtime: 87 mins

Language: English

ActionAdventureComedy

In a gritty city, a mysterious one‑armed, one‑legged, one‑eyed killer is blamed for the murder of Lauren Goodhue’s husband. Superstar violinist Ryan Harrison, who resists an affair with Lauren, is wrongfully convicted and sentenced to death. He escapes during transport and goes on the run, desperate to track down the elusive murderer and clear his name before the world catches up with him.

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1

Concert performance by Ryan Harrison

Ryan Harrison performs a world-class violin concert, showcasing his artistry to a captivated audience. The performance establishes his status and leads him into the social circle that includes Hibbing Goodhue, his wife Lauren, and the mysterious Cass Lake.

During the concert Concert hall
2

After-party with Goodhue circle

After the concert, Harrison attends a party at the Goodhue residence. There he encounters Hibbing Goodhue, Lauren, and Cass Lake, and the introductions hint at motives and tensions that will drive the plot forward.

That night Goodhue residence
3

Note summons to Goodhue mansion

Lauren leaves a note in Harrison's car summoning him to the Goodhue mansion the following evening. He suspects a trap but feels compelled to go, hoping for answers about the party and the Goodhue orbit. The invitation sets the course for the mystery to unfold.

Next evening Goodhue mansion
4

Shock at the mansion: Sean's murder and the attack

Upon arriving at the mansion, Harrison encounters Sean Laughrea, who has just killed Goodhue (and an accomplice). A violent fight ensues as Harrison learns Sean is missing limbs, and he overhears talk of a covert operation codenamed Hylander.

During the confrontation Goodhue mansion
5

Harrison knocked out and later arrested

Harrison is knocked unconscious, then wakes to find himself arrested and convicted for Goodhue's murder. He realizes the evidence against him is manufactured, and his desperation to prove his innocence grows.

Immediately after awakening Prison transport
6

Escape and pursuit begins

During an improvised escape from a prison transport after an accident, Lieutenant Fergus Falls arrives on the scene and takes charge of the pursuit. He vows to do whatever it takes to capture the fugitive.

Immediately after escape Highway / road near transport
7

Cass helps Harrison, hiding him

Harrison returns to the Goodhue mansion, where Cass helps him hide behind a portrait and explains she believes Lauren is the killer. She warns him of police pursuit but won't betray Lauren.

Shortly after escape Goodhue mansion
8

Clues and old loyalties tighten

Harrison gradually pieces together clues: Sean was present at the party as a bartender and was paid by Cass. He also notes Cass's unusual interest in Sir Robert McKintyre, the UN Secretary-General, deepening the sense that people around him have hidden agendas.

Over the following days Various locations
9

Discovery of assassination plot

Further investigation reveals that Cass, Lauren, and Sean plan to assassinate McKintyre. Harrison follows their movements but is caught, adding to the danger.

During investigation Limb replacement clinic
10

Cass's double role and revelation about McKintyre's true paternity

Harrison follows the group, is caught, and Cass shoots him to fake his death. She explains that she loves him and wants to stop the assassination since McKintyre is actually her father.

Confrontation moment City streets / hideout
11

Goodhue murdered by Sean and Lauren

News confirms that Goodhue was murdered by Sean and Lauren, who plotted the crime after he began suspecting his wife’s motives. The mansion becomes a backdrop for deeper betrayals.

Earlier timeline; before festival Goodhue mansion
12

Scottish festival confrontation and rescue

At a Scottish festival, Harrison and Cass manage to save McKintyre's life. They are cornered by Lauren, Sean, and their accomplices, but Fergus Falls and a SWAT team arrive just in time to arrest the terrorists.

During the festival Scottish festival
13

Falls exonerates Harrison

Lieutenant Fergus Falls tells Harrison that he was wrongfully accused, clearing his name and officially acquitting him.

After the rescue Police scene
14

Final scene: Titanic spoof on a cruise ship

In the finale, Harrison and Cass ride the bow of a cruise ship, a playful spoof of the Titanic. They narrowly survive as their heads bump against a low bridge.

Finale Bow of a cruise ship

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