Story Structure — 3 Plot Phases

The film exposes vulnerabilities in the parole system through the perspective of FBI agents investigating a criminal's early release.

Parole System Exposed — FBI agents learn about parole system corruption Characters: Steve Eddson, Scott Britton, Bruce Eaton Location: FBI Headquarters
Bradmore Released — Criminal released through corrupt lawyer Characters: Francis 'Big Boy' Bradmore, Bartley Hanford Location: Prison
Agent Murdered — Paroled criminal kills FBI agent Characters: Francis 'Big Boy' Bradmore, FBI Agent, Steve Eddson Location: City Street

FBI agents pursue the paroled criminal who murdered one of their own while uncovering the corrupt lawyer responsible for his release.

Agent Murdered — Paroled criminal kills FBI agent Characters: Francis 'Big Boy' Bradmore, FBI Agent, Steve Eddson Location: City Street
Investigation Begins — FBI launches manhunt for Bradmore Characters: Steve Eddson, Scott Britton, Bruce Eaton Location: FBI Office
Meet Enid Casserly — Eddson meets potential informant Characters: Steve Eddson, Enid Casserly, Mrs. Thorton Casserly Location: Casserly Residence
Parole Scheme Uncovered — Evidence of parole fixing found Characters: Steve Eddson, Enid Casserly, Bartley Hanford Location: Legal Office
Chase Through City — FBI agents pursue Bradmore Characters: Steve Eddson, Scott Britton, Francis 'Big Boy' Bradmore Location: City Streets

The investigation leads to a final confrontation with the criminal and his corrupt associates, resulting in justice being served.

Chase Through City — FBI agents pursue Bradmore Characters: Steve Eddson, Scott Britton, Francis 'Big Boy' Bradmore Location: City Streets
Confrontation with Lawyer — Eddson confronts corrupt lawyer Characters: Steve Eddson, Bartley Hanford, Collette Menthe Location: Hanford's Office
Final Showdown — Final confrontation with Bradmore Characters: Steve Eddson, Francis 'Big Boy' Bradmore, Scott Britton Location: Warehouse
Justice Served — Bradmore captured, system exposed Characters: Steve Eddson, Bruce Eaton, Enid Casserly Location: FBI Headquarters

Story Breakdown

System Corruption — Unethical lawyers manipulating parole procedures
- Bartley Hanford — Corrupt lawyer facilitating parole
- Parole Scheme — Legal manipulation for criminal release
Criminal Element — Dangerous criminals exploiting system flaws
- Francis 'Big Boy' Bradmore — Murderous criminal released on parole
- FBI Agent Murder — Consequence of flawed parole system
Law Enforcement Response — FBI investigation to bring criminals to justice
- Steve Eddson — Lead FBI investigator
- Scott Britton — FBI partner assisting investigation
- Manhunt — Pursuit of paroled criminal
Personal Connections — Relationships influencing the investigation
- Enid Casserly — Informant with connections to the case
- Romantic Interest — Developing relationship between Eddson and Enid