Editing Texas: Drama And Narrative Resolution (section)

==The Showdown==

This is the final part of the movie. When we hit this segment, everybody knows that its time to win or lose, and that there's no more time to prepare. Perhaps the Mexican Bandidos attack the town, or perhaps the showdown is less literal.

Bear in mind that every protagonist should have an equal part to play in ''The Showdown''. The Hustler might have to play in the card game that means the difference between bankruptcy or riches. 

Regardless, in ''the Showdown'' it is normal for protagonists to face challenges that they only have a 50-50 or worse chance of beating.

Finally, in the ''Showdown'', all plot immunity is lost. If you're shot, you're killed outright. If you fail to make the big hustle, you get thrown in jail. The showdown is all about high stakes and last chances.