(500) Days of Summer

On January 8, Tom Hansen first encounters Summer Finn, the new assistant at his workplace. This meeting marks the beginning of a complex relationship shaped by their contrasting views on love and romance.

During a karaoke night, Tom and Summer bond over their shared taste in music. This night serves as a catalyst for their budding relationship, highlighting Tom's romantic nature and Summer's skepticism about love.

After days of mingling, Summer surprises Tom with an unexpected kiss in the office. While both still grapple with their feelings, this moment signifies a shift in their relationship.

As their relationship deepens, Tom takes Summer to his favorite park bench, which offers a view of architecture he admires. This moment represents Tom's desire to share parts of his life with Summer.

Tom's friends and young half-sister Rachel express concerns about his relationship with Summer. They urge him to seek clarity, sensing a growing tension between Tom's romantic expectations and Summer's more carefree perspective on happiness.

A night out turns sour when Tom confronts a man who is hitting on Summer, leading to a heated argument. Though they reconcile afterward, Summer points out that Tom's desire for certainty in their relationship is unrealistic.

One day at a cafe, they decide to watch *The Graduate*, but Summer unexpectedly breaks down in tears at the end. This moment surprises Tom, as he had always viewed the film as a romantic fairy tale, highlighting their differing emotional responses.

While waiting for their food, Summer ends their relationship, leaving Tom devastated. This moment marks a significant turning point, as he spirals into depression after losing what he believed was true love.

Desperate to move on, Tom goes on a blind date with Alison but finds himself lamenting over Summer. His emotional state frustrates Alison, who ultimately sides with Summer regarding their broken relationship.

Tom attends a co-worker's wedding, attempting to avoid Summer but ultimately failing when she approaches him for coffee. A pleasant interaction ensues, with moments of nostalgia, but a looming sense of heartbreak remains.

During Summer's party, Tom sees her engagement ring, leading to an emotional breakdown. This realization forces him to confront the finality of their relationship, prompting him to leave the party in tears.

After their breakup, Tom sinks into deeper despair, using alcohol and fast food as coping mechanisms. This unhealthy lifestyle culminates in an emotional breakdown at work, leading him to quit his job.

After a period of introspection, Tom finds renewed motivation in architecture, the field where Summer had encouraged him to excel. He begins taking steps to pursue his career, creating a portfolio and preparing for interviews.

On day 488, Tom coincidentally meets Summer at his favorite spot. Their conversation reveals her marriage, which she explains stems from the certainty she craved, leaving Tom with bittersweet closure on their relationship.

Twelve days later, during a job interview, Tom meets a girl named Autumn. Their immediate connection, coupled with shared interests, hints at the potential for a new, healthier relationship to blossom.