A 16-year-old intelligent and introverted schoolboy who hides his sexual orientation. Bullied at school and misunderstood at home, he confides only in his neighbor Linda. After discovering his closeted jock friend John also cruises, they begin a relationship. When rumors spread, John beats him up to protect his reputation. Steven publicly comes out during an assembly, but after John's cowardice and subsequent apology, Steven ends their relationship to prioritize his own honesty and happiness.
A quiet and sensitive pupil, Taplow notices Andrew's unhappiness and loneliness and tries to reach him. He tells Andrew that the Latin lessons have inspired him and gives him a rare early edition of a translation of an ancient play. Moved by Taplow's kindness, Andrew arranges for him to join Frank's science class, fulfilling the pupil's wish.
Ben Silverstone has 4 screen credits in a career dating back to 1994. Signature works include Get Real, Lolita, Jump. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
