Boulevard

Nolan Mack, a loan officer at a bank, has been working for twenty-six years. His commitment to his job is evident, but he struggles with the prospect of a potential promotion to bank manager.

Nolan shares a life with his wife, Joy, yet their relationship lacks intimacy as they sleep in separate rooms. Their intellectual bond is strong, but both are aware that something essential is missing.

Nolan visits his father Lionel, who is immobile in a care home after suffering a stroke. This visit adds emotional weight to Nolan's day, contributing to his growing existential crisis.

Driving through the city's red light district, Nolan meets Leo, a young hustler who mistakenly believes Nolan is seeking sex. Nolan's journey takes an unexpected turn as he brings Leo to a motel for coffee and conversation instead.

Despite feeling guilty, Nolan arranges to meet Leo again, deceiving Joy about his whereabouts. During their time together, Nolan opens up about his life while Leo struggles to see beyond the transactional nature of their relationship.

One night, Leo is attacked by Eddie, his drug-addicted pimp. Nolan intervenes, paying Eddie to leave Leo alone and tending to Leo's injuries, further complicating his emotions and responsibilities.

Nolan's commitment to Leo begins to affect his work life. After being late for work due to oversleeping, his boss, Dan Beaumont, grows more suspicious of Nolan, especially with a key promotion at stake.

Nolan attempts to help Leo by landing him a job at a café managed by his friend Patty. However, when Leo fails to show up for the job, Nolan feels frustrated and conflicted.

During another visit with his father, Nolan confesses that he has always hidden his sexuality. His father's silent reaction leaves Nolan feeling more isolated and introspective about his identity.

Joy senses a rift between herself and Nolan and attempts to reconnect by inviting him to lie down with her. Their tender moment lacks the intimacy that Nolan truly craves, leading him to feel increasingly trapped.

When Leo shows up at the bank with Eddie, a confrontation breaks out in the parking lot. This publicly explosive incident draws the attention of Nolan's peers, including Winston, further complicating Nolan’s secret life.

After taking Leo to his home, Nolan tries to bond over a meal and a movie. Despite the nurturing environment, the misunderstandings in their relationship lead Leo to leave when he cannot meet Nolan's need for emotional intimacy.

When Nolan receives a call from the hospital about Leo's drug overdose, he is torn between his responsibilities and his feelings. This moment catalyzes a change in Nolan, revealing the depth of his feelings for Leo.

Returning home after failing to find Leo, Nolan faces Joy’s fury as his double life unravels. The confrontation forces Nolan to confront his reality, leading him to a painful but necessary decision about his marriage.

With the end of his marriage and his job at the bank, Nolan steps into a new chapter of his life. He begins rediscovering his identity and embarking on a quest for a more authentic life as he meets a new man at a café.