After Everything

After Everything

Year: 2023

Runtime: 1 h 33 m

Language: English

Director: Castille Landon

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Tessa and Hardin confront the lingering effects of their complicated past as they try to build separate futures. Hardin struggles with writer's block and is consumed by personal demons, while Tessa faces her own challenges. Their individual journeys test the strength of their connection and force them to confront painful secrets. Can they overcome the turmoil and find a path back to each other?

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1

Hardin's Heartbreak

A year after Tessa ended their relationship, Hardin is still consumed by his feelings for her. He struggles to find motivation to write, feeling lost and heartbroken without her in his life.

One year after breakup
2

Publisher's Pressure

Hardin's publisher, Katherine, pushes him to create a follow-up to his successful novel, necessitating inspiration before the year's end. This adds to his stress as he grapples with writer's block stemming from his unresolved feelings for Tessa.

3

A Night Out

Reluctantly, Hardin goes out clubbing with Katherine and her friend but finds no enjoyment in the outing. Memories of Tessa overwhelm him, leading him to drink excessively until he passes out.

Club
4

Family Intervention

The next day, Hardin's mother and birth father reprimand him over his drinking habits. They express concern over his inability to move on from Tessa, prompting a conversation about making peace with the past.

Restaurant
5

Journey to Lisbon

Hardin decides to travel to Lisbon to reconnect with Natalie, someone from his past. Aiming to make amends, he feels a glimmer of hope for moving on while tackling his writer's block.

Lisbon
6

Flashback to the Past

Upon meeting Natalie, Hardin recalls the history they share. He remembers the moment he seduced her to win a bet, a situation that later caused significant fallout for her.

Bridal shop
7

Natalie's Struggles

Natalie reveals that she moved to Lisbon to escape the backlash from the viral video Hardin's friends made. She lost her chance at college and sought a fresh start.

Beach
8

Cliff Diving Challenge

Hardin faces new challenges when Sebastian, wary of him, encourages him to try cliff diving. This moment serves as a reminder of facing fears and taking risks as Hardin navigates his emotions.

Cliff
9

A Vicious Confrontation

After flirting with another girl, Hardin is physically assaulted by Sebastian and his friends. The incident leads to his arrest, showcasing the culmination of unresolved tensions among them.

Beach
10

Fatherly Support

Hardin's birth father arrives to bail him out and delivers a motivational speech. He encourages Hardin to honor Tessa's memory while also advancing in his own life.

Police station
11

Deciding to Stay

After receiving an invitation to Landon's wedding, Hardin chooses to remain in Lisbon longer to focus on his writing. This decision reflects his commitment to working through his emotions and producing new material.

12

Apology from Natalie

Natalie brings Hardin a care package and apologizes for Sebastian's earlier behavior. In a moment of vulnerability, she almost kisses him, but Hardin reminds her of his unresolved feelings for Tessa.

13

A New Manuscript

Feeling inspired, Hardin begins writing again, completing his manuscript titled 'Before'. He seeks Natalie's opinion on it, acknowledging her part in his journey while also highlighting their shared past.

14

Wedding Day Reunion

Back in America, Tessa and Nora anxiously prepare for Landon's wedding. The moment Hardin and Tessa walk down the aisle together marks their first encounter in over two years.

Wedding venue
15

A Proposal

In a heartfelt moment after the reception, Hardin gets down on one knee and proposes to Tessa. Their mutual understanding and love come to fruition as they recognize their inevitable connection.

16

Flash Forward to the Future

Fast forward, Hardin returns home with his new book 'Later' in hand. He is greeted by their daughter and a visibly pregnant Tessa, symbolizing a new chapter in their lives.

Home

Last Updated: May 12, 2025 at 07:04

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