Cousins

Larry Kozinski and Maria Hardy meet at the wedding of Larry's uncle Phil and Maria's widowed mother Edie. They strike up a friendly conversation and feel a surprising spark as they talk. The moment is complicated by the revelation that both their spouses, Tish and Tom, are missing from the celebration.

Tom arrives with Tish, claiming he had been showing Tish a car when it broke down. Tom, described as a serial cheater, vows to end his illicit relationships. Later, he visits Tish seeking to sleep with her again, but she brushes him off.

Shortly after the wedding, Phil dies suddenly during a large family gathering. Vince, Phil's brother, comes to the scene for the funeral and soon becomes involved with Edie. His arrival introduces a new dynamic to the family after the tragedy.

A few weeks after Phil's death, Maria meets with Larry to discuss Tish and Tom's affair. Larry initially acts nonchalant, then explodes in anger. The two continue to meet and decide to keep their relationship as a friendlier dynamic, planning to 'accidentally' run into each other.

They arrange to 'accidentally' run into each other at a restaurant, with Edie, Vince, and Mitch present as part of the spectacle. The flirtation between Larry and Maria prompts Tish to abruptly leave the table. In the restaurant's bathroom, Maria explains to Tish that the encounter was a game and apologizes for taking things too far.

Over time, Larry and Maria realize they are falling in love, and one afternoon they finally consummate their affair. Their reconciliation unfolds away from the witnesses of their spouses. The emotional bond deepens as they navigate the consequences.

Maria returns home late and confronts Tom about his infidelities, admitting that she loves Larry. Tom retaliates by calling Larry's house and threatening him. Vince, who answers the call, misinterprets the situation as a warning from beyond the grave.

Larry returns from his day with Maria to find that Tish is leaving, and they part amicably. Later, Tish and Tom meet at a hotel, but Tish notices Tom's changed behavior and realizes he only wants temporary affairs. She storms out, signaling the end of their ongoing arrangement.

Maria learns that her young daughter Chloe has been instigating fights at school as a way of acting out. This realization prompts Maria to end her affair with Larry and devote herself to Chloe and her marriage. The separation reshapes how both carry on with their lives.

Vince urges Larry to do what makes him happy, while he confides in Edie that he loves her. The tension builds toward a family event as Vince and Edie prepare their wedding. Larry attends the event, unsure of the result, watching for a sign of Maria's feelings.

At Vince and Edie's wedding, Larry sees Maria and asks her to dance and consider a life together. Tom overhears the moment and threatens to leave Maria, complicating her choices. The scene crystallizes the conflict between loyalty and desire.

Maria ultimately chooses to be with Larry, deciding their love deserves a lasting commitment. She becomes determined to pursue a life with him despite the fear of Tom's reaction. The couple prepares for a future together, mindful of the costs involved.

In an epilogue, Larry and Maria are seen sailing away with their children, a shared dream finally realized. The family moves forward together, embodying the life they imagined. The final image is of a hopeful, open future on the water.