Hurry Up Tomorrow

The film begins with a message from Riley, a young woman, leaving a voicemail for her former lover. She expresses her hurt and disappointment, making it clear that she is choosing to leave him behind.

In a moment of turmoil, Anima douses her home in gasoline and sets it ablaze before fleeing the scene. She is seen attempting to evade her mother's attempts to reach her, showcasing her inner chaos as she heads towards a concert.

Music superstar Abel Tesfaye, also known as The Weeknd, is preparing for a major concert. Despite his excitement, he is haunted by the memories of his ex-girlfriend, which casts a shadow over his success.

After a successful performance, Abel finds himself indulging in a wild party with his manager Lee and various groupies. However, his feelings of emptiness and longing for his ex-girlfriend start to overshadow the fleeting pleasures of the night.

Before his Halloween concert, Abel is diagnosed with muscle tension dysphonia, complicating his emotional state. The combination of physical and emotional distress leads him to contemplate canceling his show, reflecting his inner struggles.

Despite his doubts, Abel ultimately takes the stage for his performance, with Anima watching from the crowd. His vulnerability becomes apparent when his voice cracks mid-song, prompting him to abruptly leave the stage and express his frustration in a foul-mouthed voicemail to his ex.

After leaving the stage, Abel encounters Anima backstage, who has managed to evade security. They share an emotionally charged night exploring the city and forming a deeper bond over the themes of Abel's latest music.

Abel experiences a vivid nightmare where he faces his childhood self, illustrating the various layers of his trauma. This surreal vision highlights the inner conflict he grapples with as he navigates fame and personal pain.

As dawn breaks, Abel overhears Anima arguing with her mother about her arson. Their conversation escalates when Anima confronts him aggressively; she feels abandoned and attempts to compel him to share his feelings.

Suddenly, Abel wakes up tied to the bed in his hotel room, with Anima playing his songs. She dances while discussing the themes of their toxic relationship, hoping to connect with him, but he remains emotionally distant.

Lee, Abel's manager, arrives drunk and a violent struggle ensues with Anima. In a moment of desperation, she stabs Lee in the neck, leaving him bleeding as she runs back to Abel, escalating the situation further.

After the violent confrontation, Anima attempts to drown Abel in gasoline, feeling betrayed by his silence. However, Abel's heartfelt rendition of 'Wake Me Up' resonates with her, leading her to spare him at the last moment.

Anima allows Abel to leave but then sets the hotel room on fire as she lets go of her frustrations. Abel walks out traumatized but now free from his captivity, heading back towards his music career.

Abel strides back towards the stage for his next performance, haunted yet determined. He emotionally stares at his reflection, confronting the tumultuous events he has just endured.