TV (played by Noah Parker) is a protagonist in Squat.
A 15-year-old protagonist from an affluent Quebec City suburb who initiates an escape to rescue his best friend Samu. His journey forces him to confront the transition to adulthood, navigate survival in a marginalized community, and discover themes of freedom and love. Samu (played by Théodore Pellerin) is a protagonist in Squat.
TV's best friend and the catalyst for the story. His precarious situation prompts the initial flight, and as they evade police and adults, his resilience and loyalty are constantly put to the test. Le Duc (played by Emmanuel Schwartz) appears in Squat.
A key figure among the young orphans living in the city cave. Acts as a guide and enforcer within the squat, challenging TV and Samu's suburban privileges and forcing rapid maturation. La Belette (played by Gabriel Cloutier Tremblay) appears in Squat.
A member of the cave-dwelling orphan group. Contributes to collective survival efforts and serves as a peer reference point for TV and Samu as they navigate displacement and resilience. Le Wolfe (played by Antoine Desrochers) appears in Squat.
Another resident of the urban cave squat. Brings practical survival skills to the group, serving as a stark contrast to TV and Samu's affluent upbringing. Maya (played by Nahéma Ricci) appears in Squat.
A young woman within the cave orphan group. Embodies themes of love and emotional connection for the protagonists while highlighting the resilience of marginalized youth. Elie (played by Clémence Dufresne-Deslières) appears in Squat.
A member of the orphan group living in the cave. Serves as a bridge between the protagonists and the marginalized community, emphasizing themes of displacement and found family. Le père Bouchard (played by Claude Robinson) appears in Squat.
A religious or institutional authority figure, possibly connected to the care or supervision of the orphan group. Represents the systemic structures that failed or displaced the youth, driving their flight.
Squat (2017) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.
Characters
TV
(played by Noah Parker) — protagonist
A 15-year-old protagonist from an affluent Quebec City suburb who initiates an escape to rescue his best friend Samu. His journey forces him to confront the transition to adulthood, navigate survival...
Samu
(played by Théodore Pellerin) — protagonist
TV's best friend and the catalyst for the story. His precarious situation prompts the initial flight, and as they evade police and adults, his resilience and loyalty are constantly put to the test.
Le Duc
(played by Emmanuel Schwartz) — supporting
A key figure among the young orphans living in the city cave. Acts as a guide and enforcer within the squat, challenging TV and Samu's suburban privileges and forcing rapid maturation.
La Belette
(played by Gabriel Cloutier Tremblay) — supporting
A member of the cave-dwelling orphan group. Contributes to collective survival efforts and serves as a peer reference point for TV and Samu as they navigate displacement and resilience.
Le Wolfe
(played by Antoine Desrochers) — supporting
Another resident of the urban cave squat. Brings practical survival skills to the group, serving as a stark contrast to TV and Samu's affluent upbringing.
Maya
(played by Nahéma Ricci) — supporting
A young woman within the cave orphan group. Embodies themes of love and emotional connection for the protagonists while highlighting the resilience of marginalized youth.
Elie
(played by Clémence Dufresne-Deslières) — supporting
A member of the orphan group living in the cave. Serves as a bridge between the protagonists and the marginalized community, emphasizing themes of displacement and found family.
Le père Bouchard
(played by Claude Robinson) — minor
A religious or institutional authority figure, possibly connected to the care or supervision of the orphan group. Represents the systemic structures that failed or displaced the youth, driving their f...
Key Relationships
La Belette → Le Wolfe
(Social Companions)
Samu → Le père Bouchard
(Conflict Authority Figure)
TV → Le père Bouchard
(Conflict Authority Figure)
Maya → Elie
(Social Cave Friends)
Le Duc → Le Wolfe
(Alliance Cave Dwellers)
Le Duc → La Belette
(Alliance Cave Dwellers)
Samu → Le Duc
(Conflict Rivalry)
TV → Le Duc
(Alliance Temporary Ally)
TV → Maya
(Romantic First Love)
TV → Samu
(Social Best Friends)
Story Analysis
A coming-of-age journey exploring friendship, rebellion, and the painful transition to adulthood through survival and self-discovery.
