Alice

Alice is allowed a rare night out at a bar with her friends Tess and Sophie. Despite the festive atmosphere, it becomes clear that Alice is distracted and uneasy, often flinching at her phone notifications.

During the night, it's hinted that Alice and Simon met through Tess's social circle. However, Simon's controlling nature begins to surface as he isolates Alice from her friends.

After Sophie suggests a celebratory trip to her family's cottage for Tess's birthday, Alice lies to Simon, telling him it's a work trip to Minneapolis. This decision marks the beginning of her secret rebellion against Simon's control.

On their drive to the cottage, the group stops at a convenience store where Alice notices a flyer for a missing girl named Andrea. This discovery ignites a new obsession for Alice, shifting her focus away from her own troubles.

The trio enjoys their time at the cottage, reveling in the beauty of the rural setting. However, Simon discovers their location and demands Alice return home, which leads to conflict as Tess hides Alice's phone and wallet.

Tess attempts to teach Alice paddleboarding, leading to a playful moment where Alice falls into the water and loses an earring gifted to her by Simon. This incident foreshadows Alice's growing anxiety and feelings of inadequacy.

After losing her earring, Alice experiences a panic attack and admits to Tess her fears of not being able to do anything right. This confrontation prompts Alice to reflect on her relationship with Simon and her mental health.

The next day, motivated by her recent realizations, Alice joins her friends in the search for Andrea. While searching, she discovers lipstick near an abandoned cottage, igniting fears and determination within her.

As Alice spends more time with Tess and Sophie, she opens up about her relationship with Simon, revealing the emotional abuse she endures. This moment strengthens their bond and sets the stage for her eventual decision to leave.

Alice’s decision to stop responding to Simon's messages leads to his unexpected arrival at the cottage with groceries. The situation intensifies when he dismissively reacts to Alice's concerns about the missing girl.

During a tense dinner, Simon reveals that a body has been found, leading Alice to share her theories about the lipstick. Simon's condescension and desire to silence her create further tension in their relationship.

The following day, Alice makes the bold decision to pack her things and leave the cottage. As she heads toward freedom, an unexpected confrontation ensues between Simon and her friends.

While stopped for cyclists, Sophie seizes the opportunity to shatter Simon's car window, symbolizing her defiance against his control. Alice takes a stand as she silently signals her unwillingness to return to Simon.

With tensions high, Tess places herself between Alice and Simon, forcing him to back off. In a moment of liberation, Simon angrily throws Alice's belongings from the car, signifying her break from his grasp.

The film concludes with Alice confidently paddling on the lake, symbolizing her newfound freedom and resilience. Diving into the water represents her emotional revitalization and the start of a new chapter in her life.