That Was Then... This Is Now (1985)
A troubled teen grapples with feelings of isolation, relying heavily on his bond with an older brother figure. As this mentor becomes preoccupied with a new girlfriend, the teen's sense of abandonment deepens, pushing him further into a world of drugs and brushes with law enforcement. The struggle to maintain connections in the face of changing relationships drives him toward reckless choices, highlighting the challenges of youth and the search for belonging.
