Guncle Rules

The Guncle Rules, while silly ways for Patrick to teach lessons to Maisie and Grant, represent the things he wishes Sara could have told them before her death. While some seem silly, each one has a strong message, ranging from being themselves to accepting their grief, and even finding what makes them happy. By presenting these rules alongside stories about their mother, Patrick is acting as she would if she could teach her children these lessons themselves.

Jack Curtis

Patrick’s alias of Jack Curtis represents his attempts to stay out of the spotlight despite still wanting to be an actor. By taking the new name, Patrick stays out of the spotlight, using his former fame as an excuse. In reality, he is avoiding his past and trying to pretend that he is ready and willing to move onto a normal life. This is also...