Character Relationships in Backlash
Jim Slater (played by Richard Widmark) is a protagonist in Backlash.
Karyl Orton (played by Donna Reed) is a protagonist in Backlash.
Johnny Cool (played by William Campbell) appears in Backlash.
Sergeant George Lake (played by Barton MacLane) appears in Backlash.
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Character Relationship Map: Backlash
Backlash (1956) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.
Characters
Jim Slater
(played by Richard Widmark) — protagonist
Karyl Orton
(played by Donna Reed) — protagonist
Johnny Cool
(played by William Campbell) — supporting
Sergeant George Lake
(played by Barton MacLane) — supporting
Key Relationships
Karyl Orton → Karyl Orton
(Narrative Survivor)
Jim Slater → Jim Slater
(Narrative Avenger)
Sergeant George Lake → Johnny Cool
(Conflict Indirect Rival)
Karyl Orton → Johnny Cool
(Conflict Threatened)
Karyl Orton → Sergeant George Lake
(Social Fellow Claimant)
Jim Slater → Johnny Cool
(Conflict Arch Enemy)
Jim Slater → Sergeant George Lake
(Professional Mentor)
Jim Slater → Karyl Orton
(Alliance Teammate)
Story Analysis
A son's quest for vengeance unravels into a complex family secret and a deadly range war.
Plot Progression
Valley Ambush & Deputy's Fall
Siege at the Trading Post
Tucson Revelations & Betrayal
Jailhouse Shock & Town Takeover
Final Showdown & Resolution
Directed by John Sturges
Backlash (1956) · 6.5/10 · western
