Characters
Assistant District Attorney who prosecutes the case
Sandra Petrocelli
A measure designed to prevent something undesirable; protect
Safeguard
Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently
Articulate
defense attorney for James King
Asa Briggs
Who is Steve's film mentor?
George Sawicki
Another participant in the crime; the lookout; gang member
Osvaldo Cruz
Delay or prevent (someone or something) by obstructing them; hinder
Impede
A very ugly or comically distorted figure, creature, or image
Grotesque
How are Osvaldo’s demeanor and testimony directly opposite from the flashback Steve has?
In the flashback he was violent and antagonistic. In the court he was timid and scared.
Why does Steve feel like his already has the word MONSTER tattooed on his forehead?
People are already calling him a monster and believing it.
a nervous man who sells stolen goods; snitch
Sal Zinzi
Impressive or magnificent in appearance or style; flashy
Grandiose
A twisted expression on a person's face, typically expressing disgust, pain, or wry amusement
Grimace
Mr. (victim) was (means) and killed. He was found by (employee).
Nesbitt; shot; Jose
Why is it ironic that Bolden states, “I just wanted to do the right thing. You know, like a good citizen?”
He is a criminal and thief
Makes a deal with the prosecution to testify against King and Steve to get a lighter sentence; alleged mastermind
Richard "Bobo" Evans
Remedy or compensation for a wrong or grievance.
Redress
Not certain or fixed; provisional
Tentative
For Sunset, there is a ________ connotation of the word MONSTER.
positive
What is the connection between Bolden, Williams, Zinzi, and Bobo?
Bobo sold cigarettes to Bolden and told him about the robbery. Bolden told Zinzi the story and that he was going to tell the cops. Bolden called Detective Williams first.
Encourages Steve to be a part of his “crew” which will rob the store
Offensive or disgusting by accepted standards of morality and decency.
Obscene
Relevant or applicable to a particular matter
Pertinent
What is the relationship between Osvaldo, Bobo, King and Steve?
King recruited Steve & Bobo recruited Osvaldo
What does the movie script symbolize to Steve?
An escape / coping mechanism