The Preppie Connection

The film begins with seventeen-year-old Tobias Toby Hammel at the airport, where he catches sight of a beautiful girl on the escalator. He narrates his circumstances, revealing his scholarship win and his involvement in an international drug ring, expressing his confusion and fear about his life choices.

Three months earlier, Toby drives onto the campus of Sage Hall, a prestigious school he has been accepted to on a scholarship. He is overwhelmed by the wealth of his classmates, feeling out of place as he notices the preppy students who seem to have their futures laid out for them.

At home, Toby’s mother, Ingrid, joyfully announces that he has received a scholarship to Sage Hall, which he didn’t apply for due to financial concerns. Toby is initially reluctant to accept this opportunity, feeling unworthy and pressured, leading to conflict with his mother.

On the first day at Sage Hall, Toby is late for the opening ceremony and struggles to fit in. His embarrassment peaks when he accidentally spills ink on the honor code ledger, drawing unwanted attention and laughter from his wealthier classmates.

Toby meets Fidel, a student who also feels like an outsider, and finds solace in their shared experiences. Fidel introduces Toby to the campus culture, and they bond over their mutual need for friendship and acceptance, setting the stage for Toby's changes ahead.

Toby's adventurous attempts to fit in lead to a life-altering incident when he brings marijuana to a party after being convinced by Alex, a popular girl. When caught, Toby is suspended, but the incident unexpectedly boosts his reputation among his peers.

With newfound acceptance, Toby starts selling drugs, leveraging his connections and seeking validation from his classmates. He becomes entrenched in the drug scene, which starts to consume his life, leading him further from his original self.

In a bid to solidify his position, Toby convinces Fidel to help him acquire cocaine during a trip to Colombia. The allure of wealth and power draws Toby deeper into the drug world, which begins to fracture his morals and friendships.

Toby successfully acquires cocaine in Colombia, excited about the potential profits, but his naivety allows him to be manipulated by dangerous individuals. The thrill of the deal heightens his sense of belonging, overshadowing the looming dangers.

Returning to Sage Hall, Toby reveals to his classmates the cocaine he smuggled back, shocking some while solidifying his status among the elite. The thrill of acceptance and power drives Toby, though the consequences of his actions loom ever closer.

During a party in Colombia, a violent altercation reveals the true dangers surrounding the drug trade. Toby witnesses a murder, which shatters his previously idealized view of the drug world, thrusting him into a fight for survival with Alex.

Back home, Toby's reckless decisions catch up with him as he is arrested by the DEA after a tip-off from a jealous classmate. His dreams of acceptance are shattered as he faces severe legal repercussions for his actions.

In court, Toby faces serious charges that garner national attention, as his once-coveted lifestyle unravels publicly. Tensions rise among his former friends as they confront their own culpability in the situation.

Following Toby's arrest, his relationships suffer irreparably. The fallout impacts everyone involved, leading to tragedy and despair, highlighting the stark realities of their drug-influenced lives and the consequences of their choices.

In the aftermath, Toby reflects on his journey from an outsider to a criminal, realizing he never truly belonged among his peers. The film concludes with a real-life report showing Toby’s eventual redemption and the repercussions of his choices.