Friendship!

The film begins with Craig and Tami attending a group therapy session, where Tami discusses her recent cancer-free status and personal issues like not remembering her last orgasm. Craig shares that things are going well for him, highlighting the state of their relationship. This opening sets the scene for their individual backgrounds and current struggles.

Craig notices a misdelivered package from the mail carrier and decides to deliver it to his neighbor Austin Carmichael. They strike up a friendly rapport during this visit, with Craig returning home afterward, establishing the beginning of their acquaintance. Craig's interactions here hint at his desire for new friendships.

Craig and Austin hang out at Austin’s house, drinking beers and bonding. Austin shares his career as a local meteorologist and discusses his personal ambitions. Their connection deepens as Craig offers his 'just ask' philosophy, which inspires Austin to pursue a new job.

Austin takes Craig mushroom foraging in the forest, during which Austin notices a yellow car he hopes to buy someday. Craig starts imagining himself as a hero in Austin’s life, showcasing his desire for importance and change. Meanwhile, Craig begins paying more attention to Tami and Stevie.

Craig is invited to Austin’s music-themed gathering with his friends, where they sing along to a song. The mood shifts during basement boxing, with Craig getting aggressive and punching the others, leading to discomfort among the group. Craig’s behavior causes him to be ostracized.

Craig tries to get closer to Austin again, but his efforts are met with rejection, including his disturbing visit to Austin’s workplace and bringing drums in an attempt to bond musically. His increasing detachment worries Tami and strains their relationship.

Craig, feeling desperate, breaks into Austin’s house to deliver Austin and Bianca’s mail, knowing they might react badly to his presence. He steals a gold-plated pistol and accidentally takes it and the mail with him as he leaves, heightening his unstable state.

Craig impulsively takes Tami to explore the city sewers, but she disappears amidst the tunnels, causing him to panic. They are ultimately caught by the police, and Craig’s truth about trespassing and his bond with Austin comes to light, leading to their detention.

Tami is found after being missing, returning home distressed. Craig hosts a welcome-home party, attempting to reconcile with friends, but faces harsh criticism about abandoning her, leading to an awkward toast where he struggles to assert himself emotionally.

Tami secures a new position working alongside Austin at the news station and announces her decision to move into Devon’s pool house. The changes underscore her ongoing healing process and her desire for independence from Craig.

In a attempt to change his life, Craig spends $100 to lick a toad, hoping for a transformative experience. Instead, he witnesses mundane images, like himself ordering a Subway sandwich, reflecting his feelings of disappointment and internal stagnation.

Craig takes a parking job to reconnect with his family, buying Tami a van for her flower business. They go out for dinner, appearing to share a happier moment, signifying small steps toward stability and normalcy.

After seeing Tami’s van at Austin’s house during a guys’ night, Craig drives over in a jealous rage, crashing the van and bringing a gun he swiped earlier. He threatens everyone but is eventually stopped as the police arrive to arrest him, illustrating his downward spiral.

While in police custody, Craig imagines a simplified version of his night out, feeling that everything was fine. Austin gives him a knowing wink, symbolizing a strange, unspoken connection, even amid Craig’s emotional and mental distress.