A 15-year-old runaway who flees to Hollywood after a family conflict, falls into prostitution under pimp Swan's control, forms a romantic bond with male prostitute Alex, and ultimately escapes to return home to her recovering mother.
Street allies who initially support each other before tragedy strikes.
A complex romantic bond forged through mutual vulnerability and street survival.
A predatory relationship where Swan exploits Dawn's desperation and naivety.
A formal authority figure trying to guide Dawn toward rehabilitation.
Shared victims of the same predatory street system.
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