The three characters each have different personalities, but share the same goal: finding a suitable role model. Jim is a strong character who knows how to fight for himself and is valiant in his efforts to protect those he cares about, but he is also visibly lost when it comes to finding himself. His father is one of the few potential role models in his life, but his docility immediately repels Jim. This lack of a proper role model is what ultimately leads Jim to get into trouble. Judy, on the other hand, is an even greater victim of role confusion: with her friends she tries to act forceful and lets herself get into trouble with her family and, later, with Jim, she is kind and without monitoring. She doesn't lack role models as usual, but she lacks the love and affection she so desires. Judy tries hard to get her father's attention by kissing him on the cheek, but he immediately scolds her for her actions. She begins to have problems after this event, because she does not feel loved. It is only when she receives affection from Jim that she begins to let down her guard and become more comfortable with her place in the world. Finally, Plato illustrates the most disturbing traits of all the characters in the film. He is established as a quiet and shy individual, but he also exhibits sociopathic tendencies, as evidenced by the killing of innocent puppies. When Plato first meets Jim – who ends up being the first person actually nice to him – he clings to him almost immediately. He even considers Jim his best friend even though they haven't known each other for very long. All Plato does is impress or help Jim, whom he clearly idolizes throughout the film. The final shooting scene occurs solely because of his strong need to protect his friend. Missing a true role model can cause an individual to