What are the key story phases in Cross?

The story of Cross progresses through these phases: The Prisoner's Vow, Hostage Siege, Covert Infiltration, Loss of Control.

In the final act ("Loss of Control"): Leenhardt's accomplices escalate their violence, breaking his command structure. Cantor discovers the internal chaos and prepares for a final confrontation as the situation peaks.

Cross (1987) — AI Story Visualization

Name: Cross
Genre: action, crime, thriller
Released: 1987
Rating: 7

Plot Analysis Summary

A divorced cop seeks covert revenge against a vengeful criminal who has taken his family hostage.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

The Prisoner's Vow

Hostage Siege

Covert Infiltration

Loss of Control

Thomas Crosky, known as Cross, a lonely policeman, learns that his wife, daughter and sister-in-law have been kidnapped by a criminal who has escaped from a psychiatric hospital.

Directed by

Philippe Setbon

Key Cast

Michel Sardou — Thomas Crosky, dit Cross
Roland Giraud — Eli Cantor
Marie-Anne Chazel — Catherine Crosky
Stéphane Jobert — Jacques Kester
Patrick Bauchau — Simon Leenhardt

Rating: 7/10 (2 votes)