Character Relationship Map: Alligator

Characters

• David (played by Robert Forster) — protagonist

  World-weary Chicago detective investigating a mutant alligator terrorizing the city sewers.

• Marisa (played by Robin Riker) — protagonist

  Herpetologist and former owner of the baby alligator, forms a romantic bond with David.

• Chief Clark (played by Michael V. Gazzo) — supporting

  Police chief who assigns David Madison to the alligator case and introduces Marisa.

• Slade (played by Dean Jagger) — supporting

  Influential local tycoon who sponsored illegal experiments and wants the truth hidden.

• Madeline (played by Patti Jerome) — minor

  Marisa's mother who bonds with David Madison during his investigation.

• Kelly (played by Perry Lang) — supporting

  Young police officer who accompanies David into the sewers and is devoured.

• Mayor (played by Jack Carter) — supporting

  City official dealing with the public relations crisis caused by the monster.

Key Relationships

• Mayor → David (Conflict Suspender)
• Slade → David (Conflict Antagonist)
• Slade → Mayor (Power Political Backer)
• Marisa → Chief Clark (Professional Consultant)
• Marisa → Madeline (Family Mother)
• David → Madeline (Social Acquaintance)
• David → Kelly (Professional Partner)
• David → Chief Clark (Professional Supervisor)
• David → Marisa (Romantic Partner)

Story Analysis

A mutated sewer alligator terrorizes Chicago while a detective and herpetologist battle corporate cover-ups to stop it.

Plot Progression

1. Sewer Origins & Initial Investigation
2. Tragic Encounters & Public Exposure
3. Political Suppression & Failed Hunts
4. Mansion Carnage & Final Showdown