Man Moves To Hometown To Take Care Of Grandmother, Mesmerized By A Beautiful Girl There Unaware..

after a bad breakup with his girlfriend leaving him heartbroken Carter Webb decides to make a fresh start by moving to Michigan to take care of his ailen grandmother once there he unexpectedly becomes entangled in the lives of the mother and daughters across the street Carter and his girlfriend Sophia find themselves in a summer atmosphere at a restaurant Sophia a rising star expresses her frustration and decides to end their relationship Carter a softcore writer for similar films is visibly hurt by the turn of events Sophia articulates her belief that their relationship is not working and Carter is left feeling downcast amid their emotional conversation Sophia reassures Carter that she cares about him but he remains silent absorbing the weight of the situation as Sophia contemplates the need for space in the relationship Carter understanding her sentiments agrees to giving her the space she desires while hoping it doesn't lead to a breakup however Sophia has already decided to end their relationship while in the restaurant a group of teenage fans approaches their table Star Struck at the sight of Sophia despite Carter's inner turmoil Sophia graciously signs autograph s for the enthusiastic fans before they depart from tyry eyed Carter we witness a transformation as he appears nonchalant and numb he puts on his glasses walks out with a stoic expression and heads to his car as he goes he receives a phone call from his manager about their adult movie project but Carter currently in no mood for work hangs up without saying anything he makes his way to his mother's house where Agnes struggling with the challenges of dealing with Phillies Carter's grandmother shares her concerns Grandma Phillies believes she is perishing but doctors can't find anything wrong with her adding to Agnes's worries she expresses sadness for her mother's situation Agnes decides to fly to Michigan but Carter steps in volunteering to be with Grandma Phillies he sees it as an opportunity to focus on his writing especially the projects he's passionate about Agnes curious about Sophia is taken aback when Carter drops the bomb that he and Sophia are officially over Carter's mom shares in his disappointment feeling bad about the end of his relationship however Carter emphasizes his need for this change his move from Los Angeles to Michigan to over come the Heartbreak and concentrate on his writing he reassures Agnes that everything will be fine Agnes tries to comfort Carter mentioning that women are always drawn to him and assures him that he will find a great gal however Carter is clear in his decision he wants to stay with his grandmother in Michigan Lucy drives Paige who is singing along and loudly thinks Paige is a bit of a freak they arrive home to their typical middle-class American house Sarah calls Lucy who's in the kitchen the conversation starts casually discussing their day but then Sarah drops a bombshell she lumps in her breast despite the seriousness of the news Sarah downplays it assuring Lucy that it won't change their lives and encourages her to continue her teenage high school life however Lucy visibly worried about her mom doesn't seem convinced Sarah intervenes telling Lucy that she has plans with their dad and insisting that everything will be all right still upset by the news Lucy locks herself in the bathroom deep in thought and contemplation finally Carter arrives at the Cozy Cottage House in Michigan that belongs to Phillies his grandma he knocks on the door and Phillies opens it but she doesn't recognize him him at first nevertheless after Carter reintroduces himself and mentions his mother Agnes phillies' memory is joged she can't believe she's still alive to see Carter Phillies warmly invites him inside where he discovers that the cat is already deceased additionally Phillies hasn't had much to eat except pasta in weeks because no one has been able to cook for her Phillies contemplating her situation asks Carter if he would want the house if she were to pass away Carter amid a call with Agnes is interrupted when the house phone rings and Phillies answers it she hands the phone to Carter and it's ja his employer Javy urgently seeks to discuss an issue with the script that Carter has worked on Carter caught between Family Matters and work takes the call during the conversation Carter explains the plot and attempts to convince the actress struggling with the seemingly ridiculous script just as the discussion intensifies Phillies interjects stating she is on the other line Carter quickly informs Javy to hold on because Granny is listening later that night Lucy finds herself on the rooftop indulging in a cigarette while Carter taking out the trash engages in a heated argument with with Phillies as Carter deposits the trash on the side for pickup an accidental spill elicits laughter from Lucy Carter catches her eye but Lucy playfully runs away hiding behind a wall peing to observe his reaction amidst the playful encounter their dog Bozo emerges and so does Sarah Bozo seems to take a liking to Carter and Sarah introduces the canine companion perplexed Sarah assumes Carter is a hospice worker not expecting Phillies to have a family Carter corrects her revealing he is phillies' grandson Sarah introduces herself and curious asks about Carter's background particularly his connection to Los Angeles their conversation flows smoothly until the Tranquility is disrupted by the arrival of Lucy's loud teenage friends and even louder cars Sarah sensing Lucy's discomfort steps aside as Lucy prefers not to have her mother around considering her embarrassment in front of her friends one of them is Eric who seems shy but looks like he has a thing for Lucy as Sarah and Carter part ways Lucy now joined by her friends approaches Carter urging him not to reveal her smoking habit Carter negotiates a trade and requ requests a cigarette which Lucy willingly provides the loud car with the noisy teenagers rolls off in the morning Sarah awakens gazing at herself in the mirror before confirming her appointment for her breast examination she takes a moment to check herself and continues with her morning routine sipping coffee and attending to daily tasks on the other side of the road Carter begins his day by caring for Phillies following the customary hospice care routine which includes feeding Phillies and changing her sheets he transitions to his role as a writer Carter immerses himself in crafting a script interwining personal notes for his ex-girlfriend Sophia into the storyline as Carter goes deep into his writing Sarah rings the bell arriving with some half-baked cookies however Phillies perhaps due to her granny likee demeanor mistakenly addresses Sarah by a different name Carter expresses gratitude for the cookies and Sarah playfully admits her lack of baking skills she confesses that the cookies are a smokes screen an excuse to visit Carter and she extends an invitation to walk the dog together they set off on their walk engaging in conversation as Carter shares his ongoing communication with his ex-girlfriend Sophia and his desire to add a romantic touch to their interactions Carter provides insight into his writing process and expresses that he can't muster romantic feelings for Sophia during their walk Sarah candidly admits to never having received any romantic gestures in her life they banter establishing a genuinely great Rapport Carter discloses his fondness for talking to people and listening though he acknowledges something might be a Miss Sarah and turn mentions Sophia's critique that Carter may not be a good listener she opens up about her own life portraying the challenges of a typical overworked underappreciated an unpaid mom who must take care of everyone else Sarah reveals the strain in her relationship with Lucy sharing her burdens with Carter someone she has only just met after a lengthy walk and talk they part ways before parting Sarah revealing she's a last words freak imparts A comforting message that everything will be all right Carter suggesting a repeat is met with the reality of Sarah's upcoming appointment leading to an agreement for another day Carter returns inside feeling a twinge of embarrassment about his reactions during their conversation yet the encounter marks the beginning of a unique connection between Carter and Sarah back inside Lucy and Sarah engage in a bit of an argument fueled by Lucy's teenage awkwardness Sarah's simple request is that Lucy Paige and Carter hang out Nelson though thinks it's a bad idea as they don't know Carter that much and it might be another stranger danger despite Sarah's efforts to bridge the gap Lucy's teenage mood prevails as Lucy keeps calling it lame Sarah eventually gives up feeling a sense of isolation as both her husband Nelson and Luc seemed to be ganging up on her distressed she goes to take her medication in a quiet moment Nelson talks to Sarah about the impending diagnosis and he assures her that they will face it together and that he'll support her no matter the outcome at night Sarah goes to check on Paige who is doing yoga Sarah Comforts Paige apologizing for her distracted State paig accepts the apology and Sarah kisses Paige good night at night Carter administers strong tranquilizers to Phillies who despite the potential dangers enjoys them after Phillies retires to bed expressing appreciation for Carter changing the sheets she inquires about Sophia mentioning that Carter calls her name in his sleep Carter is freaked that Phillies is watching him sleep or even present in his room and engages in a conversation with her about Sophia the next morning Carter jumps on the day literally by jumping off the porch and jogging while listening to his iPod however flashbacks of Sophia flood his mind from their first meeting to the end of their relationship distracting him to the point where he nearly stumbles and collides with the tree Lucy checks on him offering a ride home but despite insisting he's fine Carter eventually accepts and rides in Lucy's car expressing gratitude with a wave Carter begins to contemplate the impact of his presence on Lucy's life as they drive Lucy opens up about a conflict with her mother regarding the idea of Lucy asking Carter for a date night or movie night Lucy feels it might be strange but Carter considering her parents lack of concern about her hanging out with a stranger on a school night sees it differently Upon returning home Carter finds Philly standing oddly and learns about a broken toilet promising to fix it Carter gladly takes on the task the couple Nelson and Sarah arrive back home their faces reflecting a grim reaction that hints at potentially bad news regarding Sarah's Health Sarah decides to break the news to Paige while Nelson opts to share it with Lucy Lucy picks up Paige and the two drive back home despite the tense atmosphere Lucy and Paige showcase a great sibling relationship as they return they sense that the air is tense Paige keenly observant detects that something is up separately Sarah takes Paige aside to share the news and Nelson does the same with Lucy the sibling seem shaky and nervous about the big bad news in the restaurant Sarah takes a moment to share the news with Paige Paige concerned asks if it hurts prompting Sarah to logically explain the upcoming chemotherapy process worrying about her mother Paige confesses to stealing $20 from Sarah's purse however Sarah acknowledging Paige's financial responsibility reassures her Paige admits this because she couldn't like to Sarah feeling guilty for her honesty Paige encourages Sarah to share the truth about her pain the next day begins with Sarah waking up groggy and attending to her SK care routine Carter Also Rises taking a shower as Sarah stands at the door she compliments Carter noting that he looks better than the previous day they decide to take Bozo for a walk during their stroll Sarah inquires about Sophia questioning whether she was Carter's First Love Carter opens up about his romantic patterns and preferences after a contemplative pause Sarah leads Carter into the woods because she wants to show Carter that it is her happy place when she wants peace unexpectedly Sarah discloses that Nelson has been having an affair a revelation she discovered some time ago go but chooses not to address she reflects on her comfortable life and the impact on their daughters then breaks down in tears Sarah minimizes the significance citing Nelson as a good provider Carter sympathizes with her Sarah admits she doesn't love Nelson the way Carter loves Sophia however Carter counters stating it doesn't seem like love to him either expressing uncertainty about his feelings for Sophia Sarah seeking Comfort asks for a hug and wonders if it's weird Carter unfazed accepts as they return to the suburban homes Sarah requests that Carter keep Nelson's ch cheating mess a secret from Lucy during the conversation Sarah informs Carter about Lucy and him going out for movies on week nights considering the possibility of Sarah's busy schedule due to doctor appointments Carter really wants to hang out with Sarah Mo but then Sarah mentions needing to get groceries leading them to the store where they continue their conversation Sarah recounts her time in New York feeling awake and happy in the Met she also shares many happy memories especially during moments with Paige she expresses her desire to return to New York City and visit the med again Sarah opens up about her therapy and hints at wanting to share the reality of her situation with Carter in response Carter jokingly suggests that Nelson might be crazy and Camp believe he is cheating on Sarah Carter asks if Sarah has plans for the night but she dismisses it as nothing important suddenly Carter receives a message from Agnes and a raccoon attempts to enter the room prompting Carter to shoe it away at the harwick's residence Lucy is painting when Paige interrupts dressed up and eager to show her something despite the tough situation Paige is getting ready for her Mall date with Carter and Lucy Lucy suggests Rec considering and just staying the night because of the family problem but Paige stays optimistic she says that when something's going wrong she is far more ready to research any concerns on the internet paig excels in her homework diving into cancer and chemotherapy processes ha breaks down the info for Lucy explaining that in a few weeks Sarah might not feel well and might undergo a mastectomy which is a very difficult thing for patients she researches chemotherapy and thinks about ways to support Sarah Lucy asks if Paige is scared and while acknowledging her fear Paige says that it's much more important to be supportive than afraid Carter Paige and Lucy are at the mall Paige excited gets compared to Young Carter Sophia's poster is she is modeling for levies is there and Carter stops for a bit Paige impressed by Sophia admires the model overwhelmed Carter goes to the bathroom where he pep talks in front of the mirror encouraging himself to act like a man and deal with moving on later Eric Lucy's friend comes out from a stall recognizing Carter though Carter can't recall the acquaintance Paige recognizing the crew guy as a server at her favorite food stall shares her love for the special drink Eric proudly mentions he built the juice cart with his own funds and acts awkward around Lucy whom he clearly likes Carter and the crew guy part ways without exchanging names they settle for eating in the food court where Carter engages in conversation with the girls due to the age gaps Lucy and Paige can't relate to pop culture with Carter however Paige actively participates in the conversation Lucy points out that they are not completely naive in Michigan despite living in the suburbs they struggled to decide on what to watch later that night Carter Lucy and Paige head home Paige feels sick but both sisters thank Carter for a nice night they all go inside their respective houses Carter tries calling Sophia but there's no answer later Lucy knocks on Carter's window inviting him out they joy ride to a sports park Lucy smokes again and talks about dating the quarterback of the football team Gabe initially serious Lucy later clarifies that they're not really dating but just hang out a lot Lucy introduces Eric gab's best friend from the mall Lucy describes Gabe as confident but very cocky Carter asks more questions and Lucy reveals that they kissed suddenly Lucy shares that Nelson is having an affair she feels strange because she's not mad at their dad but rather angry at their mom Lucy describes her perception of Sarah expressing that she doesn't want to be like her she characterizes Sarah as cold superficial seemingly more concerned about keeping everything in place and notes that Sarah doesn't even get mad Carter though aware of Lucy's feelings finds it unfair for her to hate Sarah he wonders why Lucy confided in him and Lucy apologizes Carter acknowledges Lucy's creative Pursuit mentioning her painting despite not being a painter herself Lucy paints to calm down and expresses her fear of fully kissing Gabe Carter reassures her saying everything will be fine on a stormy night Carter Cooks while Phillies cleans the floor but Carter doesn't want her to clean up Carter noticing Phillies freak out about a vibrating phone assumes it's his boss and worries about losing his job he lies to Phillies claiming to be a children's book writer Phillies shares her own stories about kids but resents them but she wants to read Carter's work before she passes Carter reacts angrily insisting that Phillies will not pass away and asking her to stop saying it despite phillies' desire for hospice care Carter is resistant a delivery arrives and Sarah is outside getting soaked so Carter joins her she reveals to Carter that she has breast cancer and they need to start removing her breasts the next day to stop the spread Sarah is in disbelief and breaks down crying Carter Comforts her assuring her that everything will be all right and they share a passionate kiss later Carter attempts to write about Sarah's situation but faces writer's block instead he creates a children's story about Pandy the bear which is a metaphor for his life or the people around him a second ring at the door prompts Phillies to answer without pants on horrifying Carter he scolds Phillies Carter struggles to be firm with his grandmother Lucy waits in Carter's room reporting that Sarah is undergoing chemotherapy Lucy suggests Carter check on Sarah but he's hesitant feeling it may not be a good idea Lucy also reveals that Gabe is pressuring her to hook up but Lucy resists because of this Gabe hooks up with one of Lucy's friends instead Carter gives some advice Lucy invites Carter to go to a teenage party just to be a chaperon as Carter is older and wiser Carter hesitates but he goes anyway as they arrive they are welcomed by a couple of teenagers Carter though recognizes a kid whose father must be involved with Agnes his mom Eric is also present at the party one of the girls drags Lucy for a gossip tea time and she is separated from Carter so Carter is cool with it and Vibes with the teenage crowd he goes up and sees the trophy displays upstairs by the man of the house Carter later gets a call from Sophia who is overwhelmed by by her own Fame and is feeling sad she claims she misses Carter because Carter is always there for her comforting her but then they get interrupted by Gabe and his jock cult following because Carter is always with Lucy also Gabe blames Carter for his ruined relationship with Lucy they go outside for a confrontation only for Carter to mock Gabe as a response Gabe punches him Carter doesn't seem affected and mocks him further so this angers Gabe more and he comes at Carter but it's a perfect timing because Eric suddenly jumps and lands a punch on Gabe Eric is sick and tired of Gabe especially his treatment of Lucy he leaves Lucy comes out of the house sees the whole thing and drags Carter out of it arriving at the neighborhood Lucy and Carter argue Lucy chases Carter and kisses him although Carter gives in for a second he stops Lucy unknown to them Sarah is inside watching the whole thing unfold Carter starts his morning ritual of jogging he visits Sarah at her home but Sarah doesn't want Carter any closer she complains of body pains attributing it to her fault and responsibility however she insists that Carter can't be with her daughter Carter apologizes attempting to explain his side but Sarah rejects any connection with him Carter leaves a letter at the door before leaving Sarah's condition worsens as she loses her hair leading her to take out an electric shaver and buzz off all her hair meanwhile Lucy is in full artistic mode brushing Strokes on a canvas wall and painting a self-portrait she knocks on Carter's door but he is not feeling better Lucy desires a connection with Carter who clarifies that he is not mad at her but doesn't want to see her anymore Lucy discovers Sarah getting weaker and clumsier almost falling on the floor and later vomiting her guts out unable to reach Nelson Lucy takes matters into her own hands taking Sarah to the hospital Sarah is experiencing a fever that makes her feel terrible Nelson and paig arrive with Paige crying at the sight of Sarah in pain Nelson apologetic for not answering is there to support meanwhile Carter continues writing he calls Sophia who seems to be in High Spirits partying with others however when Carter introduces himself Sophia suddenly does not remember him appearing very drunk it is the opposite of their last call Carter takes Phillies to dinner feeling down because of his lack of achievements and his inability to write the book he desires Phillies offers advice but Carter senses that something is missing Phillies advises him to stop complaining because he will live unlike her in the hospital Sarah is already awake and Lucy is by the door Sarah asks why Lucy is mad at her Lucy explains that it's hard to say because she is angry for every reason Sarah reveals that the surgery was successful and chemotherapy is going well she assures Lucy that the symptoms are just part of the process and not a big deal Sarah admits to making mistakes akes but promises to always be there she asks Lucy for one thing in return to quit smoking Lucy promises and hugs Sarah Sarah later reads Carter's letter A romantically charged message she has never received before Carter expresses his hope that Sarah Embraces everything she has never done or been and should take Lucy with her Lucy drives away but unexpectedly swerves in another Direction heading to the mall there she spots Eric and both share a smile Carter completes his children's book and is excited to show it to Phillies unfortunately when he arrives Phillies is uncom ious despite Carter's attempts to wake her up she has passed away on her couch instead of immediately calling Agnes or the hospice Carter leaves the house to get some air he notices Bozo and Sarah outside with Sarah looking better Sarah mentions the letter Carter wrote and although Carter doesn't disclose Phillies as passing they bid each other goodbye later at a diner Carter faces another writing block and Strikes up a conversation with the server he asks for any ideas as he is currently writing about his grandma Carter invites the girl to critique his work and she accepts so Carter lets her read it

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Length: 19min 59sec (1199 seconds)

Published: Wed Mar 06 2024