Death at a Funeral

The movie begins with the death of Aaron and Ryan's father, which sets off the chain of events for the story. Aaron, as the elder sibling, feels the weight of responsibility to organize the funeral and deliver the eulogy, marking a significant shift in his life.

Aaron takes on the daunting task of planning the funeral while dealing with the emotional burden of losing his father. His efforts are complicated by his feelings of jealousy towards his brother Ryan, who is a successful writer.

Ryan's extravagant lifestyle is highlighted when he opts for a first-class ticket to Los Angeles instead of contributing to the funeral costs. This decision deepens Aaron's resentment and reveals the stark contrast between their lives.

Cousin Elaine is on her way to the funeral with her fiancée Oscar. They pick up Elaine's brother Jeff, who has a hallucinogenic drug that inadvertently leads to a series of chaotic events at the funeral.

As the wake commences, Elaine mistakenly gives Oscar what she believes to be Valium to calm his nerves. The situation escalates when Oscar, under the influence, mistakenly thinks that the coffin is moving, resulting in a comical mishap.

Frank, an unexpected visitor revealed to be their father’s secret gay lover, introduces himself during the wake. He threatens Aaron with a demand for $30,000 to keep the secret from their mother, adding undoubted tension to the proceedings.

Aaron and Ryan confront Frank to negotiate the payment. However, the situation becomes intense when Frank taunts Aaron about his writing ambitions, leading to a physical altercation as they attempt to restrain him.

In a comical attempt to pacify Frank, Norman mistakenly offers him what they think is Valium, but it turns out to be something else. The chaos unfolds further as Jeff and Norman fail to keep tabs on Frank while distracted by Uncle Russell.

The scenario escalates when Oscar ends up naked on the roof, threatening to jump. It is during this moment that he learns of Elaine's unplanned pregnancy, which brings an unexpected sense of calm amidst the turmoil.

As everyone gathers for the eulogy, Aaron struggles to maintain composure while delivering his speech. The tension peaks when Frank bursts out of the coffin, scattering incriminating photos and shocking everyone present.

Cynthia, their mother, reacts horrified upon learning about their father’s secret life through Frank's revelations. This moment serves as a catalyst for an unexpected exploration of the family's complex dynamics.

In the aftermath of the chaotic events, Aaron and Ryan express their gratitude to the attendees for their support. Ryan uses this moment as a chance to escape, catching a ride with Martina, whom he has been pursuing.

Once the dust settles, Aaron and Michelle share a renewed commitment to starting their family together. They come to terms with their situation and decide to remain at Aaron's childhood home, looking towards the future.

The film concludes with a comedic twist as Aaron finds out about Uncle Russell's antics, revealing that he is still naked on the rooftop. This humorous ending encapsulates the film's chaotic, yet oddly familial spirit.