Babygirl

Babygirl

Year: 2024

Runtime: 1 h 54 m

Language: english

Director: Halina Reijn

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Romy leads a successful career, enjoys a loving marriage, and is a dedicated mother. Her carefully constructed life is disrupted when she meets the assertive intern, Samuel. As she gradually relinquishes control, Romy begins to discover more about herself and her own desires. But how much control is she willing to surrender?

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1

Romy's Discontent

Romy Mathis, the CEO of a tech company, struggles with dissatisfaction in her sex life with her husband, Jacob. This emotional turmoil sets the stage for the events that follow, highlighting her internal conflict and desire for change.

New York City
2

A Chance Encounter

On her way to work, Romy has a near-accident involving a dog. A young man named Samuel intervenes, calming the dog and inadvertently sparking a connection that will later become significant in Romy's life.

New York City
3

Samuel Joins the Company

After their initial encounter, Samuel becomes an intern at Romy's company and chooses her as his mentor. This professional relationship lays the groundwork for the complicated dynamics that will ensue between them.

Romy's Company
4

The First Proposition

During a private meeting, Samuel propositions Romy, to which she initially objects. However, she soon gives in and kisses him, marking the beginning of their secretive and tumultuous affair.

Romy's Office
5

The Hotel Room Meeting

Romy and Samuel decide to meet in a hotel room, where Romy expresses her concerns about the power dynamics in their relationship. Samuel reassures her that he holds the power, complicating Romy's feelings even further.

Hotel
6

An Unwelcome Visit

Samuel unexpectedly visits Romy and Jacob's country home, claiming to return a forgotten laptop. This confrontation leads to an argument where Romy asserts her family comes first, signaling her inner turmoil about the affair.

Country Home
7

The Confession

Overwhelmed by stress from the affair, Romy confesses to Jacob about her dissatisfaction with their sex life, revealing she has never experienced an orgasm with him. This moment of vulnerability alters their relationship drastically.

Home
8

Esme's Ultimatum

Esme, an employee of Romy's, learns of the affair and confronts Romy. She presents her demands to end the affair, promote herself, and initiate changes within the company to protect her own interests.

Romy's Office
9

Jacob's Confrontation

Jacob discovers Romy and Samuel together at their country house, leading to a physical confrontation between the two men. This fight escalates into a panic attack for Jacob, highlighting the chaotic emotional stakes involved.

Country Home
10

A Scorned Exit

After coming to Jacob's aid post-fight and experiencing emotional turmoil, Samuel leaves. Meanwhile, Romy and Jacob resolve to reconnect their marriage and improve their sex life.

11

Samuel's Departure

Romy learns from a Board member that Samuel has accepted a job in Japan. They question whether Romy played a role in his departure, raising the stakes of their past relationship.

Romy's Company
12

Taking Control

Romy asserts her independence when confronted by a Board member about Samuel’s departure. She firmly tells him that she is unafraid of him, showcasing her growth in confidence after the tumultuous events.

Romy's Office
13

A Turn in the Bedroom

In an attempt to rekindle their marriage, Romy and Jacob engage in a sex act reminiscent of Romy's affair with Samuel. This moment leads to Romy finally experiencing an orgasm with Jacob, indicating a potential reconciliation.

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Last Updated: January 27, 2025 at 22:39

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