Jonathan? Billy? Stevens? Michael? Mark? Will?

Will is a character in the film No Future (2021).

Where is he from?
Will lives in a modern city (the story takes place in the United States). He is a young man caught up in a dark, intense story of addiction, loss, and trying to stay afloat.
What are you wearing?
Casual, slightly casual clothing: simple T-shirts, hoodies, jeans, sneakers. The look emphasizes his vulnerability and his belonging to an environment where luxury has no place—everything is as mundane and "washed down" as possible.
Character
Will is a contradictory and fractured man: he harbors despair, stubborn streaks, and a genuine desire to make things right. He struggles with inner demons, often acting impulsively, yet is also compassionate. In his relationships with others, he alternately pushes away and desperately seeks support.
Character strengths
The ability to care for others, even when he is going through a hard time: Will tries not to hurt his loved ones and in critical moments thinks not only about himself.
Perseverance. Despite a series of setbacks and dire circumstances, he doesn't give up completely and continues to search for a way out.
Honesty with oneself. He doesn't try to justify his mistakes, but acknowledges them—even if it's painful.
Emotional responsiveness. Will is sensitive to others' pain and capable of deep, albeit complex, connections.
Will ("No Future") has no obvious hobbies: the plot centers on his struggle with addiction and attempts to rebuild his life, not his hobbies. He was once a musician, but due to addiction and his bandmates' addiction, he was forced to quit music and the band to stop using.
Age: 22 years

Mark is one of the main characters in the film "As You Are" (2016).

Where is he from?
Mark is a teenager from a small American town; the film is set in the mid-1990s. He is the son of Tom, the boyfriend of his best friend Jack's mother; the families become closer, and the boys become practically brothers.
What are you wearing?
In typical grunge-era style: worn-out T-shirts, flannel shirts, jeans, and sneakers. The look emphasizes a rebellious spirit and a sense of belonging to the "informal" crowd: everything is casual, comfortable, and without pretense.
Character
Mark is a vibrant rebel with a vulnerable soul. He defiantly defies convention, skips school, experiments with drugs, listens to Nirvana, and maintains a defiant demeanor. At the same time, he develops a genuine attachment to Jack, seeks acceptance, and struggles under pressure from his father. He harbors a deep inner conflict: bravado on the outside and vulnerability within.
Character strengths
Loyalty in friendship. For Jack's sake, Mark is willing to go against the system and his family, supporting him when he feels like an outcast.
Courage to be himself. He doesn't try to appear "convenient" and openly expresses disagreement with toxic adult rules.
Empathy. Despite his outward toughness, Mark is sensitive to his friend's feelings and tries to protect him.
Inner honesty. He doesn't play the "perfect son" and doesn't hide the fact that he struggles in a family with a harsh, aggressive father.
Mark ("As You Are") is a musician and, at heart, a rebellious artist. Mark lives the grunge culture: he's a Nirvana fan, listens to tapes, goes to concerts, and his rebelliousness is also a form of self-expression.
Age: 17 years

Michael Stevens is a character in the short film The Schoolboy (2015).

Where is he from?
Michael is a high school student living in a typical American town; the plot revolves around a school shooting and its impact on teachers and students.
What are you wearing?
In typical 2010s school/teenage clothes: T-shirts, hoodies, jeans. The look is intentionally neutral—he's supposed to look like a "regular guy," unremarkable.
Character
Michael is reserved, quiet, and a bit distant. He seems to have an inner tension: he's not overtly aggressive, but he's brimming with anxiety. His behavior suggests he's under a lot of stress, as if teetering on the edge.
Character strengths
The ability to contain emotions. He doesn't make public scenes, keeping his emotions bottled up inside—this is both frightening and sympathetic.
Observation. Michael notices how adults react to tragedy and subtly reads the atmosphere of fear and guilt around them.
Inner resilience. Despite the difficult circumstances, he continues to go to school and somehow copes with the routine without losing touch with reality.
Michael Stevens ("The SchoolBoy")—I don't have any particular hobbies. Other than writing poems that might scare some people.
Age: 15 years

Stephen Portman from the film Shut In (2016).

Where is he from?
Steven is Mary Portman's stepson. He lived with his father and stepmother in a secluded house in New England, USA. Before the accident, he was scheduled to attend a special school for troubled youth.
What are you wearing?
He mostly wears simple, casual clothes: T-shirts, sweaters, and jeans. For most of the film, he's shown either in a hospital/home setting, or in neutral, understated clothing—this emphasizes the gloomy, insular atmosphere of the home.
Character
Stephen is a complex, disturbing character: outwardly, he appears helpless for long periods, but in reality, everything is different. He is a combination of cold calculation, jealousy, manipulativeness, and obsession. He skillfully conceals his ability to move and think clearly in order to control the situation and keep his stepmother in a state of uncertainty and guilt.
Character strengths
Cunning and manipulative. Stephen has been deceiving those around him for years, feigning incapacity and subtly playing on Mary's guilt.
Endurance and patience. He develops his plan slowly and consistently, without giving himself away prematurely.
Psychological acumen. He understands how to exploit others' weaknesses—for example, using jealousy over Mary's young patient to justify his cruel actions.
Physical and mental fortitude. Despite a serious injury and difficult conditions, he maintains control and acts with composure.
Stephen Portman (Locked In) also has no hobbies: his “activity” is connected with manipulation and control of the situation.
Age: 18 years

Billy Marrowbone is a character from the film Marrowbone (2017).

Where is he from?
Billy is one of Rose Marrowbone's children. He moves with his mother and siblings from the UK to the United States, to an old estate in rural Maine. The family is on the run from their abusive father.
What are you wearing?
Billy wears simple, slightly worn clothes in the style of the late 1960s and early 1970s: shirts, sweaters, trousers, and sometimes vests. His look is unadorned, emphasizing the modest, secluded life he leads in a secluded home.
Character
Billy is an energetic, impetuous, and at times stubborn teenager. He strives to be helpful to his family, but often clashes with his brother, Jack, over how to act in dangerous situations. He combines youthful maximalism with a sincere desire to protect his family.
Character strengths
Courage and determination. Billy is willing to take risks to help his family, such as climbing down a chimney to retrieve the "cursed" money and avert a threat.
Devotion to his loved ones. He stands by his family to the end and is not ready to abandon them even in the most dire circumstances.
Initiative. In critical moments, Billy doesn't wait for others to decide, but rather suggests and tests options himself.
Ability to defend his point of view. He argues with Jack not out of spite, but because he sincerely believes in his plan and wants to do what's best.
Billy Marrowbone (Shadowhunter) doesn't have a hobby as such, but he demonstrates resourcefulness and dexterity in everyday affairs: he helps his family maintain the old house, climbs into secluded places of the estate, and acts in places where dexterity is needed.
Age: 16 years

Jonathan Byers is a character in the TV series Stranger Things.

Where: Lives in Hawkins, Indiana, USA.
Who he is: Will Byers' older brother, Joyce Byers' son; interested in photography, listens to punk rock (for example, The Clash).
Character: quiet, withdrawn, but caring and courageous; deeply concerned about his loved ones, especially his brother.
What he's wearing: typical 1980s style for a small-town teenager—jeans, T-shirts, flannel shirts, jackets; a nondescript look, no flashy details.
Devotion to family and a willingness to protect loved ones. He desperately searches for Will after his disappearance, supports Joyce's mother, and generally takes on some of the responsibility for the family—especially in the absence of his father.
Courage despite shyness. Although Jonathan is an introvert and doesn't seek out conflict, he doesn't back down in critical situations: he puts himself at risk to help his family and friends.
Empathy and sensitivity. He's sensitive to the feelings of others and can be a support system—for example, he supports Nancy when she's grieving the death of her friend, and he's always attentive to Will's well-being.
Attentiveness and observation. Thanks to his passion for photography, Jonathan notices details that others miss, which has repeatedly helped him solve Hawkins mysteries.
A creative vision and analytical thinking. Photography is more than just a hobby for him, but a way to understand the world: he has a knack for "seeing" the essence of things and approaching problems in an unconventional way.
Perseverance and hard work. Jonathan works part-time, tries to support his family financially, doesn't complain about difficulties, and persistently pursues his goals (for example, he dreams of going to university and pursuing art).
Moral fortitude. He acts according to his conscience, doesn't try to appear tougher than he is, and doesn't betray his principles even under pressure.
Jonathan Byers (Stranger Things) – photography and music. Jonathan shoots a lot on film, capturing details that later help with investigations and simply capturing moments in life.
Age: 16 years