Mr. Marquez, the titular English teacher, finds himself at the intersection of personal, professional, and political facets of working in a high school.
An openly gay educator, Brian Jordan Alvarez struggles to connect with students more interested in gossip, vaping, or their phones.
The show evokes nostalgia, particularly reminding closeted kids of the school supplies that allowed expressions of individuality despite the need for concealment.
Lisa Frank Trapper Keepers symbolize the desire for colorful individuality among queer youth, contrasting with the more neutral options they felt forced to choose.
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