People Hold On

A mid-twenties musician who quit his job to join the annual cottage trip. He showcases an original song, but Dan mocks his ambitions, highlighting the group’s underlying tensions. He clashes with Dan during the weekend and at one point gets into a physical fight. By weekend’s end, he begins to grow up and sharing a kiss with Marley after a walk.

The 19-year-old girlfriend Dan brings to the trip, new to the friend group and wary of the dynamics she’s entering. She forms connections with Matthew and offers blunt perspectives on Dan’s behavior. Dan’s attempt to press further ends their relationship, and Marley ends the weekend with a sense of independence while maintaining her own boundaries.

Dan’s ex who tries to navigate old feelings while managing new tensions within the group. She attempts to befriend Marley, rekindles a messy kiss with Dan, and ultimately reconciles with him. Her actions drive much of the emotional conflict and eventual resolution among the friends.

Dan and Robin’s confidante who is now engaged to Darren. She is revealed to have a past as a drug dealer in high school, shaping her ‘good girl’ image. She confronts insecurities about monogamy and her past, but ultimately reconnects with Darren and supports her friends as the weekend unfolds.

Alycia is Mark’s close friend who is deeply insecure and often harsh, especially toward Julia. She drives some of the weekend’s cruelty and gossip but experiences personal growth as she confronts her behavior and seeks reconciliation with Julia and Darren. Her arc includes pursuing Freddy and recognizing the impact of her actions on others.

Robin’s ex who arrives with Marley and carries a sense of superiority about his past relationship. He attends to his own desires, mocks Matthew, and attempts to rekindle with Robin, which fuels the weekend’s conflicts. He later shows genuine concern for the group and rekindles his relationship with Robin at the end.

A member of the group who has a casual history with Alycia and later shares that he slept with her. He joins in the campfire scene and later forms a cautious bond with Alycia as they navigate their misgivings and attraction. He participates in group dynamics and supports a path toward better communication.

Julia’s fiancé, who brings a steady, supportive presence to the weekend. He challenges Julia about fears of commitment in a healthy way and reflects on the reality of turning thirty. He reassures Julia and helps her feel accepted for who she is, not just who she pretends to be.