Is Frank Dead in The Lowdown?
Frank Martin’s character remains a mysterious presence in the early episodes of season 1 of The Lowdown. As the plot evolves and Lee investigates beyond the Washberg family issues, Frank's possible connection to Dale’s death becomes clearer.
He appears tied to various elements, including One Well, the neo-Nazi church aiming to acquire Dale’s Indian Head Hill property, as well as Allen Murphy and his associates. When Betty Jo discovers her late husband’s will, which bequeaths the land to Arthur, an elderly Native American, and his grandson Chutto, Frank is the first person she contacts.
As Frank’s role solidifies as a key antagonist in the Washberg family conspiracy, interest grows around his fate. Typically, he operates from the shadows, maintaining distance to protect himself from exposure. His main goal is to ensure the Washbergs sell the Indian Head Hill land to Pastor Mark of One Well church, which would both expand the church's holdings and give him influence over Donald Washberg, who is running for re-election as governor of Tulsa.
"Frank manages to stay hidden in the shadows, upholding a few degrees of separation as a perpetual shield against his crimes."
"His interests lie in ensuring that the Washberg family sells the Indian Head Hill land to pastor Mark of One Well church."
Author’s summary: Frank Martin emerges as a pivotal, shadowy antagonist focused on controlling land and political power linked to the Washberg family’s dark secrets.