Havoc

A teenage girl from the affluent Pacific Palisades who becomes enthralled with the wannabe lifestyle of Toby and his gang. Her curiosity drives her into increasingly dangerous situations, revealing a craving for belonging and connection beyond her privileged upbringing. She wrestles with morality as effects of the encounters begin to surface.

Leader of a gang of white upper-class teens; charming but insecure about his status. His push for dominance and retaliation against Hector's crew reveals a volatile mix of ego and aggression. He embodies the thrill-seeking impulse that escalates conflict and violence.

A teenage filmmaker documenting the lifestyle of his friends, using Allison's interview as a mind-game. His project frames the events and influences how the participants perceive themselves and each other. He serves as a narrative observer who blurs lines between fiction and reality.

A drug dealer who guides his crew through a nightlife world they invite Emily and Allison to join. He exerts control with confidence and menace, and is implicated in serious violence and coercive acts. His presence introduces a violent antagonist force in the girls' urban exploration.

Allison's friend who eagerly joins Hector's world, illustrating peer pressure and susceptibility to thrill-seeking. She experiences coercion and violence firsthand, revealing the fragility of youth unmoored from protective guidance. Her choices collide with the harsh realities of the gang lifestyle.

Allison's father, whose awkward conversation with his daughter exposes a virtually non-existent relationship and emotional distance. He represents a broken communication line within a privileged family. His disengagement underscores the parental influence (or lack thereof) on Allison's choices.

Allison's mother, a figure present but distant in a household defined by privilege. Her role hints at complicated family dynamics and the pressure to maintain appearances. She embodies the tension between care and detachment in a protective but strained parental environment.

A friend in Allison's circle who contributes to the group dynamic and perspective on the events. He participates as part of the film’s social landscape, complementing Eric's documentary viewpoint. His presence anchors the group’s collective experience during the night’s events.

Toby's parent figure whose presence offers a glimpse into the family backdrop shaping the teenage gang's behavior. He embodies the parental layer behind the youths' attitudes and decisions. His role is peripheral but contributes to the broader portrayal of family influence.

Toby's mother figure within the household, providing context for the environment that nurtures the gang's dynamics. Her role adds depth to the exploration of family backgrounds and expectations. She complements Mr. Rubin in illustrating the home life that informs the teens' choices.