Zapped

The events unfold in a contemporary, modern-day setting, with current school life, social dynamics, and youth culture. The story moves from class and lab to a spring carnival and prom, anchored in a recognizable present-day timeframe.

Set primarily on the campus of Ralph Waldo Emerson High School and during a carnival-themed weekend at a local amusement park, the film uses familiar settings to explore extraordinary events. The school environment—lab, classrooms, baseball field, and a prom-night atmosphere—grounds the supernatural elements in everyday life. These spaces become stages for friendship, romance, and the clash between secrecy and self-expression.

⚡ Power

Barney's telekinetic powers sit at the center of the story, turning everyday school life into a spectacle. The power tests boundaries of friendship, trust, and responsibility as he learns to control his gifts. The narrative shows both the benevolent possibilities and dangerous temptations that come with such abilities. The school setting amplifies how power can both empower and isolate a young person when peers push for outcomes and adults seek to manage danger.

🕵️ Secrecy

Secrecy becomes a driving force, as Barney and his friends keep his abilities hidden from teachers and rivals. The social web—romance, crushes, bets, and gossip—thrives on what is kept under wraps and what leaks into the open. The tension between privacy and self-expression drives conflicts and fuels misunderstandings. The final revelations test loyalties and reveal the costs of hiding talents.

🎲 Temptation

Temptation threads through every major event: a casino-themed party, a wind-levitating mishap, and the lure of using power for personal gain. Bernadette's moral questions collide with Peyton's thrill-seeking at the expense of others. The consequences of chasing luck underscore the difference between bravado and responsibility. The finale suggests that choices under pressure shape identity more than the gifts themselves.