The protagonist of The Inkwell is Harold, a young black teenager who is struggling to find his place in the world. He spends the summer with his affluent family in Martha's Vineyard, a predominantly white community, where he faces both racial and familial tensions. Harold's parents are in the midst of a marital crisis, while he grapples with his own insecurities and desires. Despite feeling like an outsider, Harold becomes part of a group of fellow misfits who spend their time at a local beach, called The Inkwell. As the summer progresses, Harold must navigate both the complexities of his personal relationships and the social dynamics of the larger community. Along the way, he learns important lessons about identity, self-acceptance, and the power of belonging. The film explores themes of race, class, and sexuality, while also capturing the nostalgia and freedom of summer youth.