Sparks: The Price of Passion (1990)

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A female mayor (Victoria Principal) of Albuquerque gets embroiled in a fight over the development of a new economic center. In the midst of this, she receives blackmail photos of an overnight fling she had with a stranger and threats of blackmail. On top of all this, the city is under siege by a serial killer who hunts powerful women. When the FBI moves in for the investigation, the chief officer (Ted Wass) turns out to be the stranger. Ralph Waite shows up as a friend of the mayor pressuring her for the development. Elaine Stritch plays her mother, Hector Elizondo is the city attorney, and William Lucking is the police chief

Introduction
"Triggers: The Cost of Enthusiasm" is a 1990 American made-for-television drama movie directed by Richard A. Colla and starring Victoria Principal, William Allen Young, and Paul Burke. The movie focuses on the life of a strong, independent woman who is ready to handle any obstacle that comes her method, while at the very same time, dealing with the complexities of love and passion that penetrates her personal and professional life.

Plot Summary
Victoria Principal plays the function of Patricia Sparks, an ambitious lady who has gotten rid of personal catastrophes and difficulties to end up being the owner of Sparks Construction Company in Texas. The firm specializes in building high-rise buildings that might produce adequate revenues to broaden her service empire. Her dedication and determination to make a name for herself in a male-dominated industry have actually earned her excellent respect and affection from her staff members.

However, her personal life is not as effective as her expert one. She is a single mother to a teenage child, Kyle Sparks, who feels neglected by his mom's drive and focus on the business. Patricia's personal and expert worlds clash when her business is entrusted with the construction of a colossal building task, which is moneyed by wealthy investors, including her veteran good friend and mentor, Mike Ketchum, played by Paul Burke.

With the due date for the job quickly approaching and the stakes greater than ever, Patricia must count on her skilled and devoted staff, as well as her own grit and determination, to ensure the successful conclusion of the project. However, in the process, she becomes romantically included with Nigerian engineer, Ray Johnson, played by William Allen Young. The flowering romance in between Patricia and Ray complicates matters even more as they navigate the challenges and consequences of love, enthusiasm, and expert commitments.

Conflict and Resolution
As Patricia struggles to manage her significantly complicated individual life and the powerful job of completing the high-rise building project, she faces various barriers that evaluate her guts. Stress install when her company is sabotaged by a rival, jeopardizing the safety of her employees and the future of her service.

Unable to depend on her personnel and unsure of whom to trust, Patricia steps in to conserve her company. In doing so, she discovers the true nature of her saboteur and is forced to face the betrayal of someone close to her. Faced with these potentially disastrous setbacks, Patricia must draw strength from her relationships and her own tenacity to make sure that her life's work is not destroyed by greed and deception.

In the climax of the movie, Patricia faces her betrayer and, while doing so, discovers uncomfortable truths about love and commitment. Her supreme accomplishment comes when she is able to put aside her own heartache to protect the safety and well-being of her workers, making sure that the high-rise project is completed on time and with the integrity and quality that her company has ended up being known for.

Conclusion
"Sparks: The Price of Passion" showcases a powerful and determined lady in a male-dominated industry who does not shy away from making tough choices for both her personal and professional lives. The movie checks out themes of aspiration, love, and betrayal while examining the consequences and sacrifices that come with success.

Through the character of Patricia Sparks, viewers witness the strength and durability of a lady who does not falter in the face of difficulty, no matter the cost. With its appealing, intricate characters and a story that comes to grips with modern issues, "Sparks: The Price of Passion" remains a relevant and captivating drama that continues to resonate with audiences today.

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