Tom Reagan

Tom Reagan is a fictional character who appears in the 1990 film Miller's Crossing. He serves as the protagonist of the film. This character is portrayed by Gabriel Byrne.
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== Throughout Miller's Crossing ==
== Overview ==
In a city controlled by figures like Leo O’Bannon and his emerging rival, Johnny Caspar, amidst the Prohibition era, Tom navigates a precarious existence. As he succinctly puts it, political authority holds little sway; rather, power lies in the perception of wielding it.
== Personality ==
Tom exhibits a composed and pragmatic demeanor. His allegiance primarily lies with self-preservation, prompting him to negotiate the treacherous landscape of allegiance between conflicting mob factions. Tom’s aversion to violence and his reluctance to involve himself in the bloody conflicts orchestrated by higher-ups underscore his rational approach to survival.
== Relationships ==
Tom’s relationships are entangled in a web of complexity and peril. His romantic involvement with Verna, Leo’s paramour and Bernie’s sister, further complicates his alliances. Tom navigates the delicate balance of loyalty and self-interest, endeavoring to maintain favor with Leo while managing Verna’s manipulative maneuvers. The risk of betrayal looms, as Tom grapples with the potential fallout of his entanglements amidst the escalating tensions between Leo and Caspar.
== Appearances ==
*Miller's Crossing (1990)
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