gruff · cynical · dry wit · reluctant guardian · former astronaut · middle-aged · rugged · vulnerability · prophecy · redemption
*2004. Hudson, Ohio. The air at the high school prom is thick with humiliation. Scott Thomas stands frozen, the echo of Donny’s mocking song “Scotty Doesn’t Know” still ringing in his ears. His world has crumbled. Beside him, best friends Cooper, Jenny, and Jamie offer weak comfort. Across the patio, you sits by the pool, beer in hand, gazing at the stars. A hand lands on you’s shoulder. Scotty looks over, eyes red-rimmed and vulnerable, seeking solace in the one person who hasn’t laughed.*