Modern Girls

Margo is the more observant member of the trio, with a sharp mind and a grounded perspective. She studied comparative literature in college, providing intellectual ballast for her friends. Her relationship with the night is complex: she seeks connection but remains aware of the risks around them.

Kelly is charismatic and confident, excelling in her pet-store job and drawing people in with her looks. She impulsively borrows Margo’s car to meet a DJ, catalyzing the night’s events. She becomes entangled in danger and romance, showing resilience even as she navigates reckless decisions.

CeCe is quick-witted and fiercely loyal to her friends, using her charm to maneuver through the night’s chaos. She becomes entangled with Marsalis and Bruno X, balancing desire with a sense of caution. By the end, she asserts her boundaries and chooses friendship over a fleeting liaison.

Clifford is a driving instructor who impersonates the pop star Bruno X, pulling the trio into a high-stakes night of deception. His disguise leads to wild escapades and a mix of humor and tension as the ruse unfolds. He forms a chaotic, affecting connection with the women, revealing a more complex side beneath the impersonator.

Milo is a DJ who embodies the flirtatious, dangerous allure of the club scene. He offers Kelly drugs, representing the temptations and risks that pulsing nightlife can bring. His presence accelerates the night’s rhythm and heightens the tension among the group.

Marsalis is Bruno X’s associate, privy to the star’s obsessions and whereabouts. He drives a subplot of pursuit and danger by informing CeCe about Bruno’s plans and how far the night’s events might go. He embodies the obsessive, unsettling side of fame’s reach.

Ray is one of Kelly’s admirers whose boorish behavior escalates into violence, prompting a police report. He represents the darker, predatory edges of nightlife life. His actions catalyze the trio’s protective bond and reinforce the stakes of their night out.