Character Relationship Map: The Junkman

Characters

• Harlan B. Hollis (played by H.B. Halicki) — protagonist

  Filmmaker targeted by assassins, races to survive and uncover the conspiracy behind the lethal plot.

• Michael Fox (played by Christopher Stone) — supporting

  Key ally and friend to Harlan, assists in navigating the dangerous chase and festival events.

• Susan Clark (played by Susan Shaw) — supporting

  Supportive figure involved in Harlan's journey, provides emotional and practical aid during the chase.

• Jack (played by Jack Vacek) — supporting

  Loyal companion aiding Harlan, participates in key scenes and helps evade pursuers.

• Arthur Wheeler (played by Lang Jeffries) — supporting

  Ally in the protagonist's circle, contributes to the group's efforts against the antagonists.

• Bruce (played by Bruce Cameron) — supporting

  Friend and accomplice in the chase, provides backup and comic relief during tense moments.

• Festival News Reporter (played by Lynda Day George) — supporting

  Journalist covering the James Dean festival, provides exposition and public perspective.

• Kelly Hollis (played by Kelly Busia) — supporting

  Family member of Harlan, adds personal stakes to the protagonist's survival mission.

Canonical Relationships

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

• Harlan B. Hollis → Susan Clark (romantic)

  Romantic interest providing emotional support during the pursuit

• Harlan B. Hollis → Kelly Hollis (family)

  Family member adding personal stakes to the protagonist's mission

Story Dynamics

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

• Harlan B. Hollis → Michael Fox (alliance)

  Co-conspirators and friends navigating the chase together

• Harlan B. Hollis → Bruce (alliance)

  Friend and accomplice in the high-speed chase

• Harlan B. Hollis → Arthur Wheeler (alliance)

  Fellow ally participating in the group's counter-efforts

• Harlan B. Hollis → Jack (alliance)

  Loyal companion aiding in evasion and survival

• Festival News Reporter → Harlan B. Hollis (social)

  Reporter covering the festival where the protagonist is targeted

Story Analysis

A filmmaker evades a coordinated assassination conspiracy orchestrated by a jealous insider.

Plot Progression

1. The Lethal Briefing — Hitman receives orders and reviews target footage. Hollis discovers wreckage and suspects an insider plot.
2. Journey to the Dome — Hollis travels via blimp to the premiere. He spots the assassin and uncovers the mystery man's identity.
3. Roof Chase and Blast — Fox falls from the roof. Crew finds and ejects a limo bomb, causing a massive parking lot explosion.
4. Survival and Celebration — Assassination attempts fail and the conspiracy unravels. Hollis survives to celebrate his daughter's birthday.