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1986: In the small town of Valent, Tennessee, two teenage boys navigate their lives. As they cross paths, they’re forced to overcome the struggles they will face together. One a recluse and one an eccentric athlete, they will write their own story.

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We are writing the script!We are working hard to make sure that everything is told just how we want. Our goal is to make a story that some can find comfort or relatability in!We should start storyboarding everything soon enough, we don't want to rush ourselves.
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STORY SUMMARY

It's 1986, in the small fictional town of Valent, Tennessee. Two boys: Elliot MacKenzie, an organized recluse, and Jonah Ramírez, an eccentric athlete. Both go through their lives full of hardship, frustration, and mistakes, with a hope to one day make amends.

CONTENT WARNINGS

This series contains discrimination (homophobia, transphobia, racism, etc.), bullying, self-harm, drug and alcohol use, overdosing, physical and sexual abuse/assault, suggestive content, hospital imagery, heavy language, and slurs.

Elliot MacKenzie

♂ㅤhe/himㅤ5'7
17ㅤ4/10/1969
French Canadian

A reserved, hotheaded nerd with a fragile personality. While he's a stubborn and comes off as rude, he has a kind heart.

Jonah Ramírez

♂ㅤhe/himㅤ5'10
16ㅤ8/6/1970
Mexican American

A flirty and reckless boy with a lot of love to give. Though his actions may not always show it, he means well.

Verónica Ramírez

♀ㅤshe/herㅤ5'3
24ㅤ7/10/1962
Mexican American

Caring and headstrong, she's the person to go to. Extroverted, she's always willing to listen.

Rosemary Ramírez

♀ㅤshe/herㅤ1'4
5ㅤ8/26/1981
Pitbull Terrier

Jonah's dog, a gift from Verónica.

Andy Campbell

♂ㅤhe/himㅤ6'0
16ㅤ2/27/1970
American

An egotistical and small-minded jock. Very selfish and traditional, he always has a lot to say.

Tiffany Miller

♀ㅤshe/herㅤ5'6
16ㅤ1/24/1970
American

Self-centered and ignorant. If she doesn't like you, she will make that very clear.

Ronnie Wright

♂ㅤhe/himㅤ6'3
17ㅤ11/11/1969
Turkish American

A huge pushover. Nerdy and goofy, he is the voice of reason. Not the best at voicing his own opinions.

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