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Daphne, a thirty-something woman in Los Angeles, finds herself adrift and emotionally exhausted after the sudden and painful end of a long-term relationship. Seeking a fresh start and a simpler existence, she moves into the guest house of her older sister, Billie, and Billie’s husband. As Daphne attempts to piece her life back together, she resolves to take a sabbatical from romance, focusing instead on her career and personal healing. However, her resolution is immediately tested when she attends a lively New Year’s Eve party hosted by her sister.At the gathering, Daphne crosses paths with two wildly different men who instantly captivate her: Adrian and Frank. Adrian is a successful, polished, and intense writer whose brooding demeanor and sophisticated charm offer a seductive sense of security and intellectual stimulation. Conversely, Frank is a free-spirited, tattooed musician whose chaotic energy, raw passion, and spontaneity breathe vibrant life into Daphne’s otherwise stagnant routine. Both men are friends, complicating the situation further. Soon, Daphne finds herself trapped in a passionate yet dizzying love triangle, embarking on concurrent affairs with both men without initially realizing the deep entanglements of their social circle.As the months unfold, Daphne oscillates between the two relationships. Adrian provides a glimpse into a stable, adult future, while Frank unlocks a visceral, youthful abandon she thought she had lost. However, living a double life takes a heavy toll on her emotional well-being. The secrets begin to mount, and the inherent toxicity of juggling two distinct romances starts to unravel her fragile peace of mind. Adding to her personal turmoil, Daphne discovers she is pregnant, though she is initially unsure which man is the father.This startling revelation serves as a harsh awakening, forcing Daphne to confront her deep-seated fear of commitment and her tendency to use men as a crutch to avoid facing her own identity. Realizing that neither relationship is built on a healthy foundation, she makes the courageous choice to break ties with both Adrian and Frank, deciding to confront her future entirely on her own terms.In the film’s poignant resolution, Daphne embraces her independence and the messy reality of starting over. By letting go of the need for romantic validation, she steps into a new chapter of self-discovery, ready to welcome whatever endings and beginnings await her as an empowered, single mother.