About Cross Bite Movie
Log Line
When skilled weapons trickster Jed and timid Teddy set out to join Buffalo Bill's Wild West show, their friendship is challenged by the notorious Durango Diamondback Gang.
A classic Western made for TODAY.
Cross Bite encompasses classic traits of the western film genre while embracing modern ideals without ever forcing a modern message.
Theme
Cross Bite reminds us that it takes courage to step outside of your comfort zone. It encourages its audience to remember that fear should never stop you from achieving your dreams, but that means you have to "BE scared and do it anyway."
Characters of Cross Bite
JEDIDA QUINN
"Jed" dreams of being the toughest cowboy in the west and idolizes famous showman Buffalo Bill. Confident and honorable, she's armed with a deadly set of skills ranging from weapons to Kung Fu. She thrives in high stakes environments, but her belief that she's indestructible can sometimes put her in the wrong spotlight.
THEODORE WILSON
"Teddy" grew up knowing nothing but abuse from his drunk father who blames him for his mother's death in childbirth. Thanks to his sadistic upbringing, he's a slave to his timid disposition. He dreams of being brave enough to stand up for himself, but finds debilitating fear in every situation he faces. He sees Jed as his best friend and idol; hoping to be brave like her one day.
ANGUS WALSH
The mysterious leader of the Durango Diamondback Gang. An overtly religious man who believes his God given purpose is ridding the world of "Demons" (rude, perverse, or otherwise disobedient folk.) His third strike consequence? Carving the savior's cross into sinful flesh with a venom soaked blade as an act of mercy - saving their soul with a "Cross Bite."
BOONE
Drunk on the power of being Angus's second in command, Boone believes first offenses deserve death (his preference being through the gang's trade mark "Cross Bites.") Hot headed, territorial, and insanely jealous of anyone who develops favor in Durango, Boone's temper has instilled fear among the citizens of Durango and he loves every ounce of it.
REID & EUGENE
Reid, the level headed, and Eugene, the newest and eager to please member of the gang, are the remainder of the Diamondback Gang.
SUNSHINE
The trade proprietor between her tribe and Angus. A confident, independent, and charismatic Two-Spirit individual, Sunshine's chemistry with Jed leads to a deep and passionate love that's unlike anything either of them have ever experienced.