Irina’s close friend, whose codependence and devotion enable Irina’s behavior as she helps manage her day-to-day life.

A shy and submissive subject of Irina’s photography, whose interactions with her highlight themes of objectification and class.

A recurring model for Irina, whose ambiguous relationship with her emphasizes the unreliability of her narration.

Irina’s mother, whose critical nature and ties to her working-class background contribute to Irina’s class anxiety.

A symbolic figure in Irina’s memories, representing the darker aspects of her psyche.

Formerly friends with Irina in her MA program, Sera represents the performative and privileged art world.

A privileged artist whose presence at the gallery highlights issues of class and nepotism in the art world.

Irina’s manager at the bar, whose attempts at authority are undermined by Irina’s manipulation.

A member of Irina and Flo’s social circle, providing drugs and witnessing their interactions without intervening.

An unseen buyer of Irina’s photographs, representing the commodification of her art.