Character Relationship Map: Black & White

Characters

• Chris O'Brien (played by Rory Cochrane) — protagonist

  A gay porn star navigating career pressures and personal identity, who becomes entangled in a complex romance with a conservative journalist.

• Nora Hugosian (played by Gina Gershon) — protagonist

  Chris O'Brien's pragmatic business manager who prioritizes commercial success and career management within the adult entertainment industry.

• Simon Herzel (played by Ron Silver) — supporting

  A seasoned, powerful figure in the adult film industry who serves as a mentor, producer, and authoritative voice for younger talent.

• Lynn Dombrowsky (played by Alison Eastwood) — supporting

  A conservative journalist researching the adult entertainment industry who unexpectedly develops a romantic relationship with one of its stars.

• Carmela (played by Kamala Lopez) — supporting
• Michael Clemence (played by Ross Partridge) — supporting

  A professional associate within the adult entertainment industry who interacts with the main cast on a working level.

• Nurse #1 (played by Nava Plotski) — minor
• Girl (played by Jerrica M. Morales) — minor
• Orderly (played by Billy S. Williams) — minor
• Nurse #2 (played by Magda Rivera) — minor
• Man (played by Bob Golub) — minor
• Peeping Tom (played by Boris Lee Krutonog) — minor
• Priest (played by Barry Primus) — minor
• Sergeant Wright (played by James Handy) — supporting

  A law enforcement officer representing the regulatory and legal pressures faced by those operating in the adult entertainment business.

• Witness (played by Michael Paul Chan) — minor
• Sal (played by Seymour Cassel) — minor
• Toast (played by Marshall Bell) — minor
• Ernie Pitts (played by Carl Anthony Payne II) — supporting

  A supporting figure within the industry circle who helps establish the social and professional dynamics of the setting.

• Bany Glover (played by Ashley Tucker) — supporting

  A minor associate in the adult entertainment industry, contributing to the ensemble cast that portrays the sector's ecosystem.

• Charlie Sanders (played by Joe Unger) — supporting

  A supporting industry associate whose role helps flesh out the broader social and professional environment of the film.