Blame

The movie opens with Abigail lying in bed, expressing her reluctance to return to high school, referred to only as 'MHS'. Despite her hesitations, her parents and Ms. Cohen urge her to resume her daily routine as soon as possible.

Melissa, a rebellious cheerleader known for her extravagant appearance, is urged by her guardian Robert to get out of bed and go to school. Their conversation reveals tension in their relationship, especially regarding Melissa's choice of attire.

At school, Melissa meets up with her friends Sophie and Ellie, who mock Abigail by calling her 'Psycho Sybil' due to her limp. This scene highlights the cruel social dynamics within the school as Abigail tries to navigate her high school experience.

During Mrs. Howell's class, Abigail shares her collection of glass animals, including a unicorn. Following this, Mrs. Howell announces that she is going into labor, setting the stage for a change in the class's routine.

With Mrs. Howell absent, Jeremy Woods takes over the class and decides they will perform 'The Crucible' instead of studying 'The Glass Menagerie'. He assigns roles and encourages a competitive atmosphere among the students to create the best performance.

Jeremy casts Abigail as her character's namesake, while Melissa expresses her discontent as she believes Eric is her boyfriend. This casting decision exacerbates tensions between Abigail and Melissa, foreshadowing further conflict.

At home, Jeremy faces pressure from Jennifer regarding his career ambitions. Their exchange reveals Jennifer's frustration with Jeremy's lack of commitment to teaching or acting, highlighting their differing priorities.

As rehearsals continue, Abigail begins dressing more provocatively, which creates conflict with Melissa and leads to rising tensions and arguments between them. This shift in Abigail's character marks her transformation for the play and the challenges she faces.

During a rehearsal, Abigail is locked in the auditorium by her peers, and Jeremy shows up to rescue her from the situation. Their growing bond is evident as he drives her home in the rain, deepening their connection amidst the chaos.

As Abigail and Jeremy continue to rehearse, their closeness develops further, culminating in a real kiss during rehearsals. This moment leads to rumors about their inappropriate relationship, causing tension and drama among the students.

Sophie discovers Ellie's diary, which contains evidence of Abigail and Jeremy's relationship. This crucial moment deepens the intrigue as Sophie wrestles with the decision to confront the truth about Abigail and Jeremy's connection.

At the homecoming event, while the other girls are dressed elegantly, Melissa's attire is shocking. This dressed-up night creates opportunities for gossip and drama, further complicating friendships and alliances.

Melissa goes to Ms. Cohen and makes severe allegations against Jeremy, claiming he has been inappropriate and abusive towards her. This moment escalates the tension and reveals the dark undercurrents present in the relationships at school.

After tumultuous events, Jeremy takes Abigail home again, showing that he cares. Their relationship remains platonic as he offers support, further complicating the assumptions surrounding their bond amidst the backdrop of school drama.

Abigail encounters Melissa outside the school, a tense moment that illustrates the frayed relationships among the students. This final conflict suggests unresolved tensions and the difficulties that lie ahead for Abigail.