Character Relationships in Shithouse

Alex Malmquist (played by Cooper Raiff) is a protagonist in Shithouse. A lonely college freshman who initially lies to his mother about his social life. He attends a fraternity party, bonds with RA Maggie, and shares his fears about his father's death and family distance. After a miscommunication and fight with Maggie, he focuses on self-growth, reconnects with his roommate Sam, and honestly calls his mother. Two and a half years later, he is socially integrated, has many friends, and begins a relationship with Maggie. Maggie Hill (played by Dylan Gelula) appears in Shithouse. A sophomore residential advisor who meets Alex at a party. They share an intimate night, but she becomes distant the next morning. After a conflict over mixed signals, she reflects on Alex's words. Later, she is seen discarding an old terrarium, likes Alex's social media, and two and a half years later, confidently asks him to be her girlfriend while pursuing her acting dreams. Mom (played by Amy Landecker) appears in Shithouse. Alex's mother whom he initially deceives about his college social life. He eventually calls her tearfully to confess his lies, express love, and admit his need to grow independently. She responds with support, reassuring him that his family will always be there for him. Sam (played by Logan Miller) appears in Shithouse. Alex's college roommate with whom he initially shares a distant relationship. Alex makes a sincere effort to bond with him, eventually taking care of him and attending parties together. By the end, Sam is listed among Alex's close friends.

Character Relationship Map: Shithouse

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Shithouse (2020) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.

Characters

Key Relationships

Story Analysis

A college freshman navigates loneliness, miscommunication, and personal growth to find authentic connection.

Plot Progression

  1. The Lonely Facade
  2. Misaligned Expectations
  3. Awakening and Reflection
  4. Balanced Partnership

Directed by Cooper Raiff

Shithouse (2020) · 6.9/10 · comedy, drama, romance