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Front Man (2008)
Tony Mari is a front man in a rock band. Pursued by a record label, the band is verging on a breakout. Performing at weddings, they hone their repertoire in preparation to meeting with the labels' top agent. At the affair, Tony locks eyes with a beautiful woman (Terri) storming out of the catering hall after seeing her husband flirting with a waitress. Terri and Tony are both struck. Watching him perform, she is enamored with his good looks and smooth vocals.
Meanwhile, her husband (Monaco) becomes suspicious by her absence at the table. A larger than life figure in the New York underworld, he sends his men out to find her. They see Tony and Terri chatting at the bar. They escort him to Monaco where he is warned to "stay away". A brawl ensues. Tony throws the last punch and bolts. The chase is on. He is now a marked man. In time, Terri's marriage becomes intolerable. Divorce, although freeing her, comes with an ultimatum from her ex. Reuniting with Tony will seal his execution. She is torn. Her deep love for the singer leaves her no choice but to call off the affair. He is devastated. He feels that familiar void which has always dogged him. He tries to rekindle his career but it's too late. The band has found a replacement. His dreams of a career as a front man are gone as well as his dreams of having Terri.Life's promise is all but over, until destiny unveils its velvet hand. |