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Dot’s world is one of profound silence and isolation. As a social outcast, she struggles to fit in at school, especially in the face of cruel taunts from Nina and her clique of popular cheerleaders. The film opens with a stark depiction of this social dynamic, illustrating the callousness of teenage hierarchies. Despite attempts to forge a connection, Dot’s loneliness is palpable, and she often retreats to a bathroom stall, finding solace in her solitude.