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Skirts

These articles of clothing come to symbolize support for Sasha when their friends wear them following Sasha's attack.

Hats

These articles of clothing represent the unique and creative style Sasha brings to dressing.

Lighter

Richard uses this tool to start the fire that burns Sasha, setting their tragic connection in motion.

The 57 Bus

This vehicle is the site of Sasha's attack. Sasha loves to travel on these vehicles prior to the attack.

Richard's Letters to Sasha

These writings express remorse and represent the anxiety and weight of Richard's realization about what he did to Sasha.

Poetry

Richard finds some solace in this form of literature as he serves his sentence for attacking Sasha.

Juvenile Detention

This system of incarceration is arguably unfair, inhumane, and racially biased against minorities.

Restorative Justice

This method for addressing crime brings together perpetrators, victims, and sometimes other community members to openly explore...

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