Ferris is introduced as a teenage boy around 15-18 years old who is portrayed as weak and vulnerable through an extreme close up. His parents are shown having a conversation about his ill state, expressing concern for his symptoms and inability to attend school. The dialog shows the parents are caring and trying to support Ferris. Later scenes depict Ferris' sister annoyed at his schemes, his parents looking happy but concerned through a medium close up, Ferris winking at his sister to show he was faking being sick, and his surprise that his plan worked on his parents, showing his mischievous personality. Throughout, various shots are used to depict the social groups of teenagers, parents, and sisters.