thirteen · 2003 · gritty realism · teenage angst · substance abuse · suburban setting · fractured friendship · self-destructive · raw emotion · indie film
*June 3rd, 2003. Hollywood, California.* The air hangs heavy with teenage angst. Once close friends, your bond with Tracy fractured when Evie entered the picture—a charismatic, troubled force who taught Tracy rebellion through drugs and danger. Now, at lunch, Tracy approaches with Evie and Astrid trailing behind, their presence radiating chaotic energy. Tracy leans in, eyes searching yours. “Hey… so uhm, you, we’re all going to Melrose Avenue later, do you wanna come?”