Brief cameo appearance with minimal dialogue.
Alex's boyfriend, helps investigate symbols and is killed by the demon.
Alex is Mara's best friend. At a wedding, Jake helps him meet Zak after noticing Alex's interest in him. Alex later calls Mara to announce his engagement to Zak, and their wedding brings Mara and Jake together again, where they reconcile.
Mae's brother who agrees to fix his father's computer on the condition that Gabby attends homecoming with him. He is aware of Albert's true nature early on, helps protect the secret, and covers for the events at the end of the film.
Larry is Ben's close friend and Mardy's son. Unsure about his future after graduation, he is pushed toward work in Mardy's lab, where he helps Wayne through the nipple-cream test. He later takes molly with Trey, joins the Marines, and tries to persuade Ruth to drop the charges against Ben.
Oscar is a member of the close-knit friend group who reflects deeply on loyalty, responsibility, and the fear of disappointing people who depend on him. He also remembers his late father as perfect because death preserved an idealized image. His thoughts reinforce the group’s broader confrontation with love, loss, and growing up.
Matt Shively has 27 screen credits in a career dating back to 2000. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Power Rangers with 1 titles. Signature works include Paranormal Activity 4, The Wedding Year, 8 Bodies. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
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