It’s a Boy Girl Thing

During a school field trip to a museum, a heated debate in front of an ancient Tezcatlipoca statue triggers a magical twist. The next morning, Nell and Woody wake up in each other’s bodies and discover they must navigate life as the other person. The swap starts as a prank but quickly becomes a real problem as they realize reversing it won’t be easy.

They begin to experience life in the other's body, finding that Nell’s swagger now comes from Woody’s body and Woody’s thoughts emerge in Nell’s. They struggle with awkward class participation and misread signals around campus. The new dynamic forces them to see each other’s daily realities more clearly.

Nell, inhabiting Woody’s body, adopts his confident, football-driven persona in class and on campus. Meanwhile, Woody in Nell’s body confronts the expectations and rituals Nell endures. The mismatch creates comic clashes and awkward moments as they try to act like the other.

In Woody’s body, Nell begins experimenting with a bolder look and confidence that clashes with Nell’s own boundaries. She breaks up with Breanna, Woody’s girlfriend, triggering humiliation and retaliation from Breanna and her circle. The social backlash tests their ability to cooperate and protect one another.

Rumors swirl around a biker named Nicky and a supposed wild night with Nell, fueling whispers that threaten Nell’s reputation. The noise forces them to deal with the town’s gossip machine while still navigating their swapped lives. They realize the social fallout is as real as their swapped bodies.

Nell and Woody realize they must help each other survive their swapped existence rather than fight it. They agree to prepare for two pivotal moments: Nell must learn enough football to help Woody win Homecoming, and Woody must study poetry for Nell’s Yale interview. The partnership marks a shift from conflict to cooperation.

Nell, inhabiting Woody’s body, endures practice and the pressure of competition while adjusting to the team’s dynamics. She discovers the physical and strategic demands of the sport from Woody’s perspective. The experience deepens their understanding of each other’s routines and expectations.

Woody, in Nell’s body, must absorb poetry and literary insights to carry Nell through a Yale interview. He grapples with language, rhythm, and the subtleties of Nell’s academic passion. The process tests his ability to articulate a genuine, thoughtful perspective.

One night, Nell, in Woody’s body, parties and gets caught up in gossip, while Woody, in Nell’s body, endures a social scene marked by Nell’s stricter boundaries. Each experiences moments that reveal the deep differences in their lives. The exchanges bring them closer as they witness the other's vulnerabilities.

Nell and Woody attend the Homecoming Dance together, not as a couple but as two people who have learned to support each other. They navigate the event with newfound respect and shared purpose, acknowledging their bond. The dance marks a turning point in their relationship.

During the Yale interview, Woody, still in Nell’s body, articulates a surprising, nuanced view of poetry that impresses the interviewer. The moment demonstrates how much they’ve learned from each other. The success strengthens Nell’s confidence in her own future.

Nell, in Woody’s body, makes the decisive winning play in the final seconds of the Homecoming game. A college scout notices the performance, signaling a bright future. The victory feels like validation of their efforts and partnership.

The swap ends as the spell lifts, and they return to their original bodies just as relief and confusion wash over them. They process the now-familiar aftermath of being themselves again. The moment sets the stage for what comes next in their relationship.

In the wake of the swap, they realize they truly love one another. Their honesty reshapes what they want from each other and from life. They decide to pursue their path together, even as they acknowledge separate journeys ahead.

Nell is accepted to Yale and contemplates a year abroad for self-discovery, while Woody commits to following wherever this relationship leads. They leave the school together, stepping into a future defined by choice, trust, and a love that grew through understanding. The ending hints at a long road ahead but with mutual support.