Monster's Ball Timeline ( Real )

film-release
December 2001

Release of Monster's Ball

The movie Monsters Ball is officially released to the public.

award
March 24, 2002

Academy Award for Halle Berry

Halle Berry wins the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in Monster's Ball, becoming the first African-American woman to win this award.

film-premiere
October 2001

Premiere of Monster's Ball

The film Monster's Ball has its premiere showing to audiences and critics.

Monster's Ball Timeline ( Fictional )

occupation
early timeline

Hank Grotowski's Job

Hank works as a corrections officer at the Georgia State Prison where he carries out his daily duties.

prison event
early timeline

Execution of Lawrence Musgrove

Hank is involved in the execution of Lawrence Musgrove, which profoundly affects him and his family.

family tragedy
early timeline

Billy Grotowski's Death

Hank’s son Billy dies in a workplace accident, which causes deep grief within the Grotowski family.

relationship
mid timeline

Hank Meets Leticia Musgrove

Hank meets Leticia, the widow of executed Lawrence Musgrove, beginning an unlikely connection.

relationship
mid timeline

Hank and Leticia's Relationship Develops

Hank and Leticia develop a romantic relationship despite their difficult backgrounds and grief.

family conflict
mid timeline

Hank's Wife May Finds Out

May confronts Hank about his relationship with Leticia, causing tension within the family.

relationship
late timeline

Hank and Leticia Get Closer

Hank and Leticia grow emotionally closer and start a tender connection reflecting personal healing.

emotional resolution
late timeline

Final Emotional Reconciliation

The movie concludes with Hank and Leticia finding solace in each other amid their shared suffering and pain.