M.F.A. 2017

Invitation Extended

Luke Owen, a graduate student at Balboa University, invites his shy classmate Noelle to a gathering at his home. This seemingly innocent act opens the door to a series of harrowing events that will change both of their lives forever.

Intimate Moment Turns Dark

As the party unfolds, a moment of intimacy occurs between Luke and Noelle in his bedroom. Unfortunately, this encounter takes a dark turn when Luke perpetrates an act of aggression against Noelle, leaving her confused and traumatized by the experience.

Burden of Silence

Struggling with the aftermath of the encounter, Noelle confides in her roommate, Skye. Skye, recalling her own painful past of speaking out, urges Noelle to remain silent, further entrenching Noelle's emotional turmoil.

Seeking Professional Help

Determined to process her trauma, Noelle visits campus psychotherapist Melinda Sanders. However, instead of finding solace, she feels judged and misunderstood, which only exacerbates her emotional pain.

Confrontation with Luke

As Luke attempts to reconnect with Noelle, she confronts him about the aggression he inflicted on her. The confrontation intensifies into a tragic accident that results in Luke falling to his death, further complicating the situation for Noelle.

Investigation Launched

Following Luke's death, Detective Kennedy initiates an investigation and questions Noelle about the events leading up to that moment. Despite her emotional state, she is allowed to leave but remains burdened by guilt and fear.

Discovery of Injustice

While processing her trauma, Noelle stumbles upon an article detailing a sexual assault case involving Kappa Phi fraternity members. Shocked by the exoneration of the accused, she resolves to seek justice for the original victims.

Taking Action

Driven to act, Noelle locates Lindsey, the original victim, revealing her plan to dedicate her thesis to exposing the perpetrators. She also joins a campus rape prevention group but finds their efforts frustratingly ineffectual.

Infiltration of Kappa Phi Party

Determined to expose the fraternity, Noelle infiltrates a Kappa Phi party. She seduces Mason, drugs him, and ultimately kills him in a fit of rage, marking her descent into a cycle of violence and revenge.

Escalation of Violence

Noelle's quest for vengeance does not stop with Mason. She returns to the fraternity house and murders Jeremiah, followed by a brutal confrontation in the stadium locker room where she dispatches Conor, deepening her spiral of violence.

Strain on Friendship

As Noelle continues her violent path, her relationship with her roommate Skye becomes increasingly strained. When Noelle learns that Skye is also a sexual assault survivor who chose not to report her trauma, it adds another layer of complexity to their friendship.

Accusations and Confrontation

In her quest for justice, Noelle discovers manipulated statistics regarding sexual assault on campus and accuses Melinda of concealing information to protect the university. This leads to a strained dynamic between Noelle and her therapist.

Capturing the Assailant

Noelle's pursuit of justice takes a chilling turn as she captures her own assailant, Calvin, and holds him hostage on the basketball court. Panic ensues when police arrive, leading to a drastic decision that results in Calvin’s injury.

Tragic Confrontation with Skye

Skye confronts Noelle about her violent choices, leading to a devastating argument that spirals into despair. Tragically, Skye takes her own life, forcing Noelle to confront the harsh consequences of their shared trauma.