Character Relationship Map: The Failures

Characters

• Lilly (played by Ashley Johnson) — protagonist
• William (played by Chad Lindberg) — protagonist
• Frank (played by Henry Czerny) — supporting
• Sam (played by Seth Adkins) — supporting
• Glen (played by Joseph D. Reitman) — supporting
• Depressor (played by Michael Ironside) — supporting
• Anna (played by Claudia Christian) — supporting
• Principal Holbrock (played by John Pleshette) — supporting
• Mr. Fishbau (played by Lee Weaver) — supporting
• Reflexor (played by Sasha Mitchell) — supporting

Canonical Relationships

Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.

• Lilly → Mr. Fishbau (Professional Mentor) — Guidance figure
• Frank → Principal Holbrock (Professional Authority Figure) — School administration relationship
• Sam → Frank (Family Father-Son) — Father-son relationship
• Lilly → Frank (Family Father-Daughter) — Father-daughter relationship
• Lilly → Sam (Family Siblings) — Brother-sister relationship

Story Dynamics

Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.

• Lilly → Reflexor (Conflict Antagonist) — Secondary opposition
• Lilly → Depressor (Conflict Antagonist) — Primary opposition
• William → Glen (Alliance Ally) — Supportive partnership
• Lilly → Anna (Social Confidante) — Trusted relationship
• Lilly → William (Social Close Friend) — Deep friendship between main characters

Story Analysis

Human connection and personal struggle in the face of adversity

Plot Progression

1. The Gathering Storm — Introduction of the Kyle family and their individual struggles in the community.
2. Facing Adversity — Characters confront external threats while navigating complex relationships.
3. Personal Sacrifices — Characters make difficult choices that test their bonds and resolve.
4. Healing Connections — Resolution of conflicts and strengthening of relationships through shared experiences.