Laggies

Laggies

Year: 2014

Runtime: 99 min

Language: English

Director: Lynn Shelton

DramaComedyRomance

As 28-year-old Megan navigates the uncharted terrain of adulthood, she faces a quarter-life crisis when her stagnant life is put to the test. With no clear direction or meaningful connections, Megan finds herself stuck in a rut until she seeks refuge with her new friend's family - a unconventional sanctuary that sparks self-discovery and unexpected romance.

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Timeline – Laggies (2014)
Trace every key event in Laggies (2014) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Flashback to New Year's Eve

In a nostalgic flashback, a group of five high school friends come together to celebrate New Year's Eve in the early 1990s. They sneak into a hotel pool where they indulge in a carefree and spontaneous skinny-dipping session that embodies the freedom of youth.

Early 1990s Hotel Pool
2

Megan's Present Life

Fast forward a decade, we meet Megan, a 28-year-old woman living in Seattle. Despite her impressive education, she finds herself unfulfilled working as a sign girl in her father's tax business, highlighting her struggle with ambition and direction.

Present Day Seattle
3

Reunion with Friends

Megan reconnects with her close high school friends at a wedding gathering for Allison. The evening is filled with awkward moments, such as Megan's joke about a Buddha statue, which amplifies the underlying tensions within the group.

Ongoing Wedding Gathering
4

Anthony's Proposal

During a wedding attended with her boyfriend Anthony, he unexpectedly proposes to Megan. In an alarming moment of panic, she declines, insisting that it is not the right time, revealing her deeper fears and uncertainty about their relationship.

Present Day Wedding
5

Discovering a Secret

Megan makes a shocking discovery about her father, finding out that he is romantically involved with Allison's mother. This unexpected revelation adds another layer of complexity to her emotional turmoil and the dynamics of friendship.

Present Day Megan's Father's House
6

Meeting Annika

At a supermarket, Megan meets Annika, a spirited teenage girl who asks for her help buying alcohol for a gathering. This impulsive decision marks the beginning of Megan's chaotic adventure filled with youthful recklessness and nostalgia.

Present Day Supermarket
7

Teenage Adventures

Megan finds herself thrown into Annika's world of teenage antics, including toilet papering houses and late-night drinking in the park. These experiences prompt her to reflect on her own awkward moments from her youth and her current life choices.

Present Day Various Locations
8

Pretending to be Annika's Mother

In a bold move, Megan pretends to be Annika's mother at a parent-teacher conference. This deception leads to an unexpected social experiment where she relives aspects of her youth while wrestling with the responsibilities of adulthood.

Present Day School
9

Relationship with Craig

As Megan's bond with Annika deepens, she begins an unexpected relationship with Annika's father, Craig. This development complicates her life further, especially as Annika discovers their hidden connection, leading to tension in their interactions.

Present Day Craig's Home
10

Navigating Tumultuous Emotions

Amidst misunderstandings and confrontations, the group navigates their feelings leading up to prom night. This pivotal event serves as a culmination of Megan's journey, where she must confront her own choices and their implications.

Present Day Prom Venue
11

Prom Night Turning Point

On prom night, set on a boat, Megan witnesses Annika's brave pursuit of happiness. This moment becomes a turning point for Megan, where she must decide whether to continue living in the past or move forward with honesty.

Prom Night Boat
12

Embracing Honesty

Realizing she can no longer maintain her charade, Megan makes the crucial decision to confront her true feelings. In doing so, she acknowledges her love for Craig and leaves behind a heartfelt invitation for future opportunity, embracing her present.

Prom Night Boat

Last Updated: November 04, 2024 at 00:07

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