Cherry Crush 2007

Jordan's hidden photography hobby

Jordan Wells, heir to a wealthy family, channels a private obsession into photographing nude models while keeping faces hidden. He uses the models' lipstick shade as their alias, blending art with secrecy. His talent clashes with his public image and the expectations placed on him by his family.

Expulsion from prep school

An internal investigation by the dean uncovers his photos and leads to his expulsion from the prep school. The fallout forces him to transfer to a local public high school. The incident marks a turning point, forcing him to redefine his path.

First day at public high school and meeting Shay

On his first day at the public high school, Jordan meets Shay Bettencourt, a cello student with ambitions of Hartley. They exchange a heated argument about women's rights in the library, drawing curious glances from their peers. Despite the clash, a provocative attraction begins to form.

Intense library debate about women's rights

Their exchange reveals a sharp ideological clash over gender issues. Shay's friends dismiss the debate, but she is drawn to Jordan nonetheless. The encounter plants the seeds of a complicated bond that will pull them together.

Shay's confession and Wade's scholarship plan

Shay reveals her impoverished home and her sister's struggles, showing the pressure she faces to secure her future. She mentions Wade Chandling, a married man who could fund her Hartley scholarship. She asks Jordan to photograph Shay with Wade as leverage if Wade balks at the agreement.

The photographic deal and growing bond

Jordan agrees to photograph Shay and Wade, creating an uneasy professional alliance. Shay agrees to the arrangement and begins to open up to him more personally. Their growing bond on the edge of crime propels the plan forward.

Wade tries to back out

Wade signals he may back out of the deal, threatening to withdraw his funds and the promised scholarship. Shay leverages the photos to pressure him, while Jordan wrestles with the ethical line he's willing to cross. The tension sets the stage for a violent resolve.

Confrontation in the woods turns deadly

Shay confronts Wade in the woods to secure the arrangement. Wade attacks Shay, and Jordan steps in to intervene. They end up beating Wade to death and throwing his body into a nearby lake. They scramble to cover the evidence and avoid being connected to the crime.

Police begin the inquiry

Detective Griffin begins to connect the dots to Shay and Wade's death as the case unfolds. He probes for Jordan's involvement and tries to trade evidence for money to separate himself from the crime. The suspects scramble to minimize their traces.

Griffin's exchange ploy

Griffin proposes an exchange: money in return for the evidence against Jordan, hoping to trap him while keeping Shay's money theft hidden. The plan sets a trap that could destroy both of them.

Griffin is shot during the exchange

During the staged exchange, Griffin confronts the suspects and is shot by Shay to prevent the arrest. The violence escalates as the investigators lose their leverage. The incident leaves Jordan's fate hanging in the balance.

Alibi and mounting risk

Desiree provides Jordan with an alibi, helping him withstand police questioning. Jordan is questioned by detectives while Shay considers fleeing with the money. She plans to take what she can and disappear.