Eileen

The film opens with Eileen sitting in a car, captivated by a young couple's flirtation in a nearby vehicle. In a burst of impulsive excitement, she shoves snow down her pants before driving off in her malfunctioning car, setting the stage for her tumultuous journey.

Upon returning home, Eileen finds her father, Jim, slumped in an armchair surrounded by empty liquor bottles. She replaces the bottles to maintain a semblance of order, underscoring the dysfunction of their home environment.

The next day, Eileen arrives at the boys' prison where she works as a secretary. During her duties, she notices Lee Polk, a young inmate isolated from the others, foreshadowing their eventual connection.

Eileen attends a going-away party for Dr. Frye, the outgoing prison psychologist. This event highlights the transient nature of relationships in her life, as she grapples with her own feelings of isolation.

Eileen’s father, Jim, is found drunk in the street, waving a gun at pedestrians while officer Buck intervenes. This confrontation emphasizes the dangerous and unpredictable nature of Eileen's home life.

The arrival of Rebecca St. John, the new psychologist, significantly impacts Eileen. Instantly drawn to Rebecca’s allure and their shared sense of detachment, Eileen’s emotional landscape begins to shift.

As Christmas approaches, Eileen witnesses chaos during the annual prison pageant. The disorder reflects both the unpredictability of prison life and Eileen's own turbulent emotions as she contemplates her place in the world.

Eileen shares drinks with Rebecca at a local bar, leading to a moment of intimacy that culminates in a kiss. This encounter expands Eileen's emotional world but also complicates her feelings of desire and longing.

After a night of passion, Eileen wakes up to find herself locked out of her home due to her father's erratic behavior. This moment serves as a stark reminder of her unstable family dynamics and increasing isolation.

Following her father's fall down the stairs, Eileen visits him in the hospital. The gravity of his alcohol dependency becomes evident, leaving Eileen distraught and questioning her worth under his harsh words.

Eileen receives an invitation to spend Christmas Eve at Rebecca's home, igniting hope and excitement. Their conversation over wine dives into their struggles for normalcy, hinting at deeper emotional connections.

The atmosphere shifts dramatically when Rebecca reveals her secret: she has Lee's mother, Mrs. Polk, held captive due to her role in Lee's abusive past. This revelation rattles Eileen's world and adds complexity to their relationship.

Manipulated into threatening Mrs. Polk, Eileen’s psychological state spirals further into darkness. A moment of rage leads her to shoot Mrs. Polk, plunging her into a chaotic web of consequences.

In the aftermath of the shooting, Eileen proposes a cover-up to make it seem like Jim was responsible. This decision marks a pivotal moment where her infatuation with Rebecca completely clouds her judgment.

The film concludes with Eileen determinedly hitchhiking away, the act symbolizing her newfound freedom amidst chaos. However, her smile hints at the moral ambiguity of her actions, leaving viewers questioning her path.