Friendship

Friendship

Year: 2025

Runtime: 1 h 37 m

Language: english

Director: Andrew DeYoung

Echo Score: 72
comedy

Suburban dad Craig desperately seeks an adult male friendship with his charming new neighbor, Brian. As Craig's attempts to connect become increasingly intense, his actions threaten to disrupt both of their lives.

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1

The Fall of the Berlin Wall

Berlin, 1989, marks a significant turning point in history with the fall of the Berlin Wall. This event symbolizes the end of division and opens new possibilities for individuals like Veit and Tom.

1989 Berlin
2

Journey Begins

Veit expresses his desire to travel to San Francisco, claiming it to be the westernmost point in the world. His friend Tom is inspired by the idea, and together they begin preparing for their journey.

3

Flight to New York

Due to their limited funds, Veit and Tom decide to book a flight to New York instead of directly heading to San Francisco. They arrive in the bustling city with only 55 dollars, eager for adventure.

New York
4

The True Intent

Tom discovers the real reason for Veit's journey is to reunite with his estranged father, who fled to the West twelve years prior. Veit plans to wait for his father's annual birthday postcard at the San Francisco post office.

5

Hitchhiking Adventure

Seeking to extend their travel funds, Veit and Tom decide to hitchhike to San Francisco. This decision leads them on an unexpected journey filled with colorful encounters and challenges.

6

Ride with Daryll

The duo gets a lift from Daryll, a comic book graphic artist, who takes them to San Francisco. Daryll introduces them to a bar where they hope to earn some money by showcasing their home-made films.

7

A Night in the Wilderness

After getting invited to the girls' house, the plans go awry when their parents return unexpectedly. Veit and Tom spend the night outside, highlighting the unpredictable nature of their journey.

Wilderness
8

First Encounter at the Diner

The next morning, Veit and Tom have a complimentary breakfast at a diner. This moment shows a brief respite in their chaotic journey, allowing them to regroup and plan their next move.

Diner
9

Encounter with Bikers

In a surprising turn of events, Veit returns a forgotten wallet to a biker, leading to them being picked up by a gang. However, a fight breaks out that injures Tom, showcasing the dangers of their adventure.

10

Loaned Car

A biker named Hope loans the boys a car with instructions to deliver it to his brother in San Francisco. Despite their doubts about the trunk's contents, they accept, leading to an unusual discovery later.

11

Silver City and New Friends

In Silver City, they meet Zoey, who knows German due to her mother. They spend two nights at her place and even get invited to meet the Mayor after showing a documentary about the DDR, broadening their experience.

Silver City, New Mexico
12

Selling Concrete

To fund their journey, Veit, Tom, and Zoey concoct a scheme to sell painted pieces of concrete as authentic Berlin Wall artifacts. This clever hustle illustrates their desperate but creative determination.

Silver City
13

Las Vegas Stripping

In Las Vegas, desperate for money, Veit and Tom work as strippers in a gay club wearing Russian army uniforms. This shocking decision highlights both their financial struggles and willingness to sacrifice for each other.

Las Vegas
14

Conflict Over Zoey

Tension arises when Tom spends the night with Zoey, whom Veit has feelings for. Feeling betrayed, Veit leaves in anger, struggling with his emotions as they both navigate love and friendship.

15

Reunion and Revelation

In front of the San Francisco post office, Veit and Tom reconcile. However, when Tom mistakenly approaches a stranger believing him to be Veit's father, he learns that Veit's father was killed attempting to flee, leading to a heart-wrenching moment of truth.

San Francisco

Last Updated: May 13, 2025 at 20:30

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