
Synopsis/Details
In a world where success is a calculated illusion, Blu Rose is a man defined by a brutal past. On the surface, he's a real estate tycoon with a portfolio that includes a nightclub, a restaurant, and a trap house—all meticulously crafted fronts for a sprawling criminal enterprise. But the polished exterior hides a soul forged in the fires of vengeance. A chilling childhood memory of his pregnant mother's murder at the hands of his father, Lawrence, has fueled his every move. Now, years later, Blu's ruthless empire is built on the ashes of his family's betrayal, with a black rose—the symbol of his mother's legacy and his own deadly purpose—tattooed on his gun
The story begins with a culmination of this dark obsession as Blu stands on a rooftop, preparing to exact his final revenge on Lawrence. He’s a man who sees through the facade of others, using cunning and deceit to maintain his control. From a seductive stripper who drugs rivals to women with plastic surgery smuggling cocaine, Blu's methods are as unorthodox as they are effective. He scoffs at those who fall prey to common weaknesses, and his mind is always focused on the next strategic move.
But even a master tactician can't escape a world full of enemies. The rogue police officer Phillip, blinded by a personal vendetta and his own criminal greed, becomes a looming threat. The stakes are raised when Blu’s own younger brother, Bryant, betrays him, aligning himself with Phillip and Blu's henchmen, Tyson and Slice, in a plot to overthrow him.
Amidst the treachery, a flicker of humanity appears in the form of LaCarra, a woman whose defiance and refusal to be charmed by Blu's wealth challenge his guarded heart. Their connection forces Blu to confront the possibility of a life beyond vengeance. A life where he might find solace and trust.
Story & Logistics
Story Type:
Revenge
Story Situation:
Crime pursued by vengeance
Story Conclusion:
Tragic
Linear Structure:
Non-linear
Moral Affections:
Bad Man, Disapprobation, Gluttony, Illegality, Punishment, Vice, Wrong
Cast Size:
Few
Locations:
Several
Special Effects:
Blood, Minor pyrotechnics, Other on-set effects, Other practical effects
Characters
Lead Role Ages:
Male Adult
Hero Type:
Anti-Hero
Villian Type:
Criminal
Stock Character Types:
Dark Lady, Outlaw
Advanced
Adaption:
Based on Existing Fiction
Subgenre:
Action Suspense-Thriller, African-American, Black/Dark, Crime & Gangster, Crime Drama, Guy, Hood, Neo-Noir, Psychological
Subculture:
Gangs, Hip hop/B-boy
Action Elements:
Hand to Hand Combat, Pyrotechnics, Weaponry
Equality & Diversity:
Diverse Cast, Female Protagonist, Minority-Centric, Minority Protagonist
Life Topics:
Childhood, Death
Drug Topics:
Illegal Drugs, Legal Drugs
Time Period:
The Eighties (1980–1989), The Nineties (1990–1999), The Tens (2010–2019)
Country:
United States of America (USA)
Time of Year:
Summer
Illness Topics:
Psychological
Relationship Topics:
Abuse, Family, Infidelity, Love