All Coppers Are... (1972) — AI Story Visualization

Plot Analysis Summary

Joe's police life, Sue's growing connection with him, and Barry's criminal plans collide, leaving personal choices and outcomes uncertain.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Police Work and a Chance Meeting

Joe's routine police duties begin with a car-break-in inquiry. At a wedding, he meets Sue, and their connection grows as they spend time together.

Key Events

• Caught at the Car — A young man is caught breaking into a car. Characters: Joe, Sgt. Wallis Location: A car
• The Suspect Is Questioned — Joe and Sgt. Wallis question the suspect, who denies knowing about the car and demands a lawyer. Characters: Joe, Sgt. Wallis Location: Police questioning area
• Routine Police Work — Joe returns to routine arrests and the long hours of police work. Characters: Joe Location: London
• Joe Meets Sue — Joe meets Sue at a wedding, and they begin spending time together. Characters: Joe, Sue Location: A wedding
• Nights Out Together — Joe and Sue's relationship grows through time together and lively nights out. Characters: Joe, Sue Location: London

Barry's Dangerous Connections

Sue encounters Barry and recognizes that his charm masks criminal involvement. His connection to Sonny Wade and hostility toward Wade expose a risky association.

Key Events

• Sue Encounters Barry — Sue crosses paths with Barry, whose charm conceals his involvement in crime. Characters: Sue, Barry Location: Not specified
• Barry's Criminal Connection — Barry is connected to Sonny Wade, a powerful buyer. Characters: Barry, Sonny Wade Location: Not specified
• Hostility Toward Wade — Barry's hostility toward Wade reveals strain in their association to Sue. Characters: Barry, Sonny Wade, Sue Location: Not specified

Sue Faces Barry's Demand

Barry asks Sue to wait in a car during a job outside Wade's place. She hesitates, but Barry pressures her with the threat that refusal will end their relationship.

Key Events

• Barry Proposes a Job — Barry asks Sue to wait in a car outside Wade's place during a planned job. Characters: Barry, Sue Location: Not specified
• Sue Hesitates — Sue hesitates because she has never taken part in anything like the planned job. Characters: Sue, Barry Location: Not specified
• Barry Issues an Ultimatum — Barry presses Sue by saying that refusing will end their relationship. Characters: Barry, Sue Location: Not specified

Violence and Uncertain Choices

Joe and other officers respond to a demonstration that turns violent. Sue returns Mrs. Briggs's keys, while the plot leaves the planned job and Sue's future uncertain; the character profile also describes Joe stopping Barry's escape and being shot.

Key Events

• Police Called to Protest — Joe and other policemen are called to handle a large demonstration. Characters: Joe Location: Demonstration
• Demonstration Turns Violent — Bricks are thrown as the protest turns violent and officers are caught in the disorder. Characters: Joe Location: Demonstration
• Sue Returns the Keys — Sue encounters Mrs. Briggs and returns her keys, apparently preparing to leave. Characters: Sue, Mrs. Briggs Location: Demonstration
• Joe Stops Barry's Escape — Joe stops Barry as he drives away with stolen goods; Barry shoots Joe with a shotgun. Characters: Joe, Barry Location: Not specified
• Uncertain Futures — The plot leaves the planned job and Sue's choices unresolved. Characters: Joe, Sue, Barry Location: Not specified

Story Breakdown

• Routine Police Duty — Joe's everyday work introduces the policing context of the story.
  • Car Break-In — A young man is caught breaking into a car.
  • Suspect Questioning — Joe and Sgt. Wallis question the suspect, who denies knowledge and asks for a lawyer.
• Joe Meets Sue — A meeting at a wedding develops into a growing personal connection.
  • Wedding Encounter — Joe and Sue meet at a wedding.
  • Time Together — They begin spending time together amid Joe's demanding work.
• Barry's Criminal World — Sue encounters Barry's hidden criminal involvement and his connection to Wade.
  • Barry's Charm — Sue crosses paths with Barry, whose charm conceals criminal involvement.
  • Wade Connection — Barry is connected to Sonny Wade, a powerful buyer.
• Sue's Risky Request — Barry draws Sue toward a planned job and pressures her when she hesitates.
  • Car Escape Plan — Barry asks Sue to wait in a car outside Wade's place.
  • Relationship Ultimatum — Barry says refusing will end their relationship.
• Protest Turns Violent — Joe's police duties bring him into a large demonstration that descends into disorder.
  • Police Deployment — Joe and other officers are called to handle the demonstration.
  • Bricks Thrown — The protest turns violent, with bricks thrown and officers caught in the disorder.
• Unresolved Departures — Sue appears to be preparing to leave, while the job and future relationships remain uncertain.
  • Keys Returned — Sue returns Mrs. Briggs's keys during the demonstration.
  • Barry Stopped — The character profile states that Joe stops Barry as he drives away with stolen goods and Barry shoots him.

Directed by

Sidney Hayers

Key Cast

• Martin Potter — Joe
• Julia Foster — Sue
• Nicky Henson — Barry
• Ian Hendry — Sonny Wade
• David Essex — Ronnie Briggs