Character Relationship Map: Joshua Tree

Characters

• Wellman Anthony Santee (played by Dolph Lundgren) — protagonist

  The protagonist, a former race car driver turned criminal after his mother's death. He transports stolen exotic cars, survives a deadly ambush, escapes a prison hospital, and uncovers a corrupt police...

• Michael Agnos (played by Matt Battaglia) — supporting

  Rita's police partner who leads the manhunt. He is murdered by Severence and Rudisill for gaining knowledge of the smuggling ring, an event that drives Rita to fully ally with Santee.

• Eddie Turner (played by Ken Foree) — minor

Story Dynamics

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

• Michael Agnos → Wellman Anthony Santee (Conflict Manhunt Opponent)

  Michael leads the search for Santee after Santee escapes custody and goes on the run.

• Wellman Anthony Santee → Eddie Turner (Social Friend)

  The plot identifies Eddie Turner as Santee's friend and shows them transporting stolen exotic cars together.

Story Analysis

A wounded criminal fugitive uncovers police corruption, avenges his friend, and proves his innocence during a desperate escape.

Plot Progression

1. A Deadly Desert Job
2. Flight From Custody
3. Evidence Against The Badge
4. The Smuggling Ring
5. Cliffside Vindication