The film's protagonist, a grieving teenager whose mother recently died in a car accident. He struggles with a distant father and an uncertain sexuality, relying on his delinquent friend Gary before developing a complex, non-sexual but emotionally charged relationship with Big John Harrigan, who acts as a surrogate father figure.
Jealousy and territorial tension over John's affection and attention.
Deep childhood friendship providing emotional support amid family tragedy.
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