Character Relationship Map: Hard Promises

Characters

• Christine Ann Coalter (played by Sissy Spacek) — protagonist
• Joey (played by William Petersen) — protagonist
• Walt (played by Brian Kerwin) — supporting
• Dawn (played by Mare Winningham) — supporting
• Pinky (played by Jeff Perry) — supporting
• Beth (played by Olivia Burnette) — supporting
• Chris's Mom (played by Ann Wedgeworth) — supporting
• Shelley (played by Amy Wright) — supporting

Canonical Relationships

Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.

• Joey → Chris's Mom (Family Son-In-Law)
• Beth → Walt (Family Stepdaughter)
• Christine Ann Coalter → Chris's Mom (Family Mother-in-law)
• Christine Ann Coalter → Walt (Romantic Fiancee)
• Christine Ann Coalter → Beth (Family Mother)
• Joey → Beth (Family Father)
• Joey → Christine Ann Coalter (Romantic Ex Spouses)

Story Dynamics

Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.

• Joey → Dawn (Social Acquaintance)
• Christine Ann Coalter → Shelley (Social Friend)
• Joey → Walt (Conflict Rival)
• Joey → Pinky (Social Friend)

Story Analysis

A man tries to win back his ex-wife's love while she plans to remarry

Plot Progression

1. The Wanderer's Return
2. Daughter's Alliance
3. Rival's Appearance
4. Rekindled Flames
5. Crossroads of Choice