The Crusades

A quick-witted, risk-taking teen who wrestling with a crush on Ms. Kerpial while trying to steer his friends through a dangerous social landscape. Loyal to Sean and Jack, he must own up to his role in the chaos after the fight. He grapples with guilt when the consequences of their actions ripple through the school.

A protective friend who juggles his relationship with Jess and his duty to the group. He often steps in to shield his friends, even at personal cost, and struggles when the lines between loyalty and risk blur. His choices reveal the pressure of being the de facto guardian of the trio.

A thrill-seeking student who craves attention from girls and often acts as a catalyst for trouble. He denies involvement in the initial fight, signaling a desire to maintain his popularity. His indecisiveness highlights the peer pressure that defines teen life at the school.

Leader of the Wrecking Crew, a bully who wields rumors and fear to manipulate peers. His actions intensify the conflict and bring to light the fragility of the students’ social armor. He confronts consequences as the truth about his relationships surfaces.

Leo’s Italian teacher and object of his crush, whose complex personal life becomes a focal point when a relationship with Vince emerges. Her presence exposes the school’s hidden networks, and her arrest later complicates the community’s sense of justice and trust.

Sean’s girlfriend who becomes entangled in the escalating drama. Her relationship with Sean faces strain as the truth about others comes to light, and she experiences the emotional fallout of the group’s actions.

A retired neighbor who ends up rescuing the boys after a dangerous escape, illustrating how kindness and second chances can emerge from past taunts. His intervention underscores the community’s capacity for redemption amid chaos.

The school dean who navigates the crisis and the prospects of merging with St. Matthews. His decisions reflect the pressures of administration when faced with violence, scandal, and student welfare.