At Close Range Timeline ( Real )

biography
1960

Birth of Christopher Gerolmo

Christopher Gerolmo, the screenwriter of At Close Range, is born.

film_release
October 23, 1986

Release of 'At Close Range'

The movie 'At Close Range', directed by James Foley and starring Sean Penn and Christopher Walken, is released. The film is based on real-life events surrounding a criminal family in Pennsylvania.

film_production
1985

Production of 'At Close Range'

Filming and production of 'At Close Range' take place, involving cast and crew to bring the screenplay inspired by true events to life.

At Close Range Timeline ( Fictional )

family_reunion
Summer 1975

Brad's Return Home

Brad Jr. returns to his family's farm after years away, reuniting with his father and brother.

relationship_development
Late Summer 1975

Father-Son Bond Strengthening

Brad Jr. and his father, Brad Sr., grow closer as they engage in their farming and local activities.

crime_escalation
Fall 1975

Involvement in Criminal Activities

Brad Jr. is drawn deeper into his father's criminal operations, which involve burglaries and other illegal endeavors.

character_conflict
Late Fall 1975

Brad Jr. Tries to Distance Himself

Brad Jr. starts feeling conflicted and attempts to distance himself from his father's illegal activities.

family_conflict
Winter 1975

Conflict with Father

Tension between Brad Jr. and Brad Sr. escalates due to Brad Jr.'s desire to leave the criminal life.

climax
Late Winter 1975

Confrontation and Tragic Outcome

A violent confrontation leads to devastating consequences for the family, highlighting the destructive cycle of crime.