Milk Money

A science teacher and father who becomes entangled in a provocative romance with V. He starts as protective of his family, then confronts moral complexities as his feelings deepen and he tries to balance duty with desire. He hopes to shield his family while supporting V's desire for a better life, and he ultimately helps secure a future in wetlands.

A sex worker trying to escape the cycle of danger and manipulation. She forms a tentative bond with Tom that offers genuine affection but risks scandal and harm. She demonstrates resourcefulness by using the money to buy land and an ice-cream parlor, signaling independence and a desire for a new life.

A mob-connected crime boss who cheats his own underlings and hunts down V for the return of stolen money. He embodies ruthless power and manipulation, using fear to control others. His pursuit escalates quickly, driving the central conflict toward a violent resolution.

A drug-dealing pimp who runs the money-skim operation and becomes a target of Waltzer after betraying trust. He embodies street-level corruption and a willingness to exploit others for profit. His actions catalyze the chase and the car explosion that marks the climax.

A fellow prostitute who mentors V and acts as an intermediary in the criminal network. She presents a pragmatic, survival-oriented perspective on the trade and the schemes surrounding it. Her information flow helps connect the dots between V, Cash, and Waltzer.

The mob boss who commands respect and enforces loyalty, ultimately the target of the money scheme. He represents the higher-level authority that controls the world of crime in the film. His role frames the scale of corruption and the stakes of the money transfer.

Tom's son, a curious teen who flunks biology and stages a provocative lesson with V as a stand-in model. His actions reveal a growing awareness of sexuality, responsibility, and the consequences of adult choices on a small town.