Endless Love

The film opens with a poignant scene depicting Jade Butterfield's graduation ceremony for the class of 2014. Although she celebrates this significant accomplishment of preparing to attend Brown University, Jade feels quite lonely, lacking friends to share her joy with.

After the graduation, Jade reflects on her late brother Chris, who lost his battle with cancer. This moment highlights her struggles and emotional distance from those around her, centering on her profound feelings of loneliness.

Jade and her family, including her parents Hugh and Anne and brother Keith, head to an upscale restaurant for lunch. It is there that she bumps into David, a valet with a crush on her, leading to a brief but impactful connection.

Inside the restaurant, Jade expresses her desire for a graduation party, feeling disconnected from her classmates. After receiving her parents' approval, she invites David, marking the beginning of their deeper connection.

After the party planning, David takes Jade for a thrilling joy ride, participating in a reckless moment that leads to his dismissal from his job. This event foreshadows the sacrifices David is willing to make for Jade.

Jade's graduation party starts off disappointingly, attended mostly by her father's wealthy acquaintances. However, David intervenes to liven up the atmosphere, turning the gathering into a cheerful celebration.

In a memorable moment during the party, Jade and David share a kiss while sneaking away to a closet. Their budding romance is further solidified as Hugh later gives a heartfelt toast that unexpectedly includes David.

At a family dinner, tensions rise when Hugh questions David's future plans following Jade's upcoming internship. David's choice not to pursue college disappoints Hugh, highlighting the generational clashes between them.

Jade surprises her parents by deciding to spend the summer with David instead of attending her internship. This rebellious act emphasizes her growing independence and her desire to follow her heart.

While at the family lake house, Jade stands up to her father by insisting David stay, marking a significant assertion of her independence. Hugh's concerns about his daughter’s choices illustrate the ongoing familial tensions.

When Jade and David get caught sneaking into a local zoo with friends, David selflessly takes the blame to protect his friends. This act of sacrifice demonstrates his commitment to both Jade and his friendships.

In a bid to separate Jade from David, Hugh uses David's criminal record to further discourage their relationship. This creates a bitter conflict between father and daughter, challenging Jade’s loyalty to David.

After a tragic car accident, Jade finds herself hospitalized, providing Hugh the opportunity to impose a restraining order against David. This marks a low point for Jade, as she struggles with enforced separation from her love.

Jade bravely confronts her father, expressing her desires for her life and her relationship with David. This confrontation marks a pivotal moment in her journey towards independence and true love.

The film concludes with Jade visiting Chris's grave alongside Anne, signifying the emotional scars they bear. As Jade prepares to board a flight with David to California, it symbolizes their new beginning together despite past struggles.