Character Relationship Map: The First Time

Characters

• Dave Hodgman (played by Dylan O'Brien) — protagonist

  A high school senior and protagonist who initially practices a love confession on his best friend Jane. He meets Aubrey, develops a romantic connection, navigates jealousy and rival relationships, and...

• Aubrey Miller (played by Britt Robertson) — protagonist

  A junior who initially has a boyfriend named Ronny. She meets Dave, experiences mutual attraction, confronts jealousy at a movie theater, dumps Ronny after a risky plan, and shares an awkward but hone...

• Simon Daldry (played by Craig Roberts) — supporting

  Dave's cocky best friend who suggests inviting Aubrey to the movies. He offers casual advice to Dave after his failed sexual encounter with Aubrey, emphasizing that it is not a big deal.

• Ronny (played by James Frecheville) — supporting

  Aubrey's boyfriend who is initially reluctant to watch the same movie as Dave and Jane. He brags about planning to have sex with Aubrey in his van, provoking Dave's jealousy, and ultimately gets dumpe...

• Jane Harmon (played by Victoria Justice) — supporting

  Dave's best friend and initial love interest. She flirts with Dave at the movies and later complains about her sexual experiences at a party, prompting Dave to realize his true feelings belong to Aubr...

• Stella (played by Maggie Elizabeth Jones) — supporting

  Dave's younger sister who joins Dave and Aubrey at a park meeting. Her presence adds a lighthearted family dynamic to their early interactions.

• Big Corporation (played by Lamarcus Tinker) — supporting

  Dave's quiet friend who advises him to reflect on his relationship with Aubrey. He reminds Dave that finding someone special is significant and encourages them to overcome their initial awkwardness by...

Key Relationships

• Jane Harmon → Ronny (Social Acquaintance)
• Simon Daldry → Big Corporation (Alliance Teammate)
• Dave Hodgman → Ronny (Conflict Rival)
• Dave Hodgman → Stella (Family Sibling)
• Aubrey Miller → Jane Harmon (Social Rival Friend)
• Aubrey Miller → Ronny (Romantic Boyfriend)
• Dave Hodgman → Big Corporation (Social Best Friend)
• Dave Hodgman → Simon Daldry (Social Best Friend)
• Dave Hodgman → Jane Harmon (Romantic Unrequited Love)
• Dave Hodgman → Aubrey Miller (Romantic Partners)

Story Analysis

A high school romance exploring the awkwardness, jealousy, and growth of first romantic and physical experiences.

Plot Progression

1. Initial Encounters & Jealousy
2. Theater Conflict & Confrontation
3. Emotional Realization & First Intimacy
4. Reconciliation & First Kiss