Last Night

Last Night

Year: 2011

Runtime: 90 min

Language: Italian

Director: Massy Tadjedin

DramaRomance

In the bustling city of New York, Joanna and Michael Reed appear to have it all, but their marriage faces an unexpected crisis. A single night unravels their seemingly perfect life as Joanna begins to question her husband’s fidelity and the foundations of their relationship. Secrets and betrayals emerge, forcing them to confront uncomfortable truths and examine the fragility of their bond.

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1

Party with Colleagues

Joanna and Michael attend a gathering with Michael's colleagues, where tensions begin to simmer. Joanna notices that Michael is spending an unusual amount of time with a beautiful colleague named Laura, raising her suspicions about their relationship.

New York
2

Confrontation at Home

Upon returning home, Joanna confronts Michael about his relationship with Laura. Despite their argument, they reconcile by the end of the night, though Joanna remains uneasy about Michael's feelings towards Laura.

Joanna and Michael's home
3

Michael's Business Trip

The following morning, Michael departs for Philadelphia with colleagues Laura and Andy. Joanna is left feeling insecure about their marriage, contemplating the speed at which they got married.

Philadelphia
4

Reunion with Alex

While out for coffee, Joanna unexpectedly encounters Alex, her old flame. This meeting rekindles memories of their past relationship, and Joanna feels a mix of surprise and nostalgia.

New York
5

Dinner with Alex

Later that day, Joanna meets Alex for drinks, which leads to dinner with their mutual friends. Their conversations reveal the history of their past romance, stirring up emotions Joanna thought she had buried.

Restaurant
6

Revisiting Past Love

During the dinner, Joanna discusses her previous relationship with Alex, explaining why she never told Michael about him. Alex expresses that he believes their brief time together was crucial for Joanna in understanding her feelings for Michael.

Restaurant
7

Dog Walking and Locked Out

Joanna helps Andy by walking his dog, Lucy, but Alex accidentally forgets the apartment keys, leaving them locked out. This mishap leads them to spend more time together, deepening their emotional connection.

Andy's apartment
8

Closer at the Party

Joanna and Alex attend a party with their friends, where their attraction intensifies. They share a passionate kiss in the elevator, marking a significant moment in their rekindled relationship.

Party venue
9

Night in Alex's Hotel Room

After the party, Joanna and Alex go back to his hotel room. Although they do not engage in sexual intimacy, they spend the night embracing, sharing their desires and fears, reinforcing their emotional bond.

Hotel room
10

Michael and Laura's Temptation

Meanwhile, Michael shares drinks with Laura, where their conversations flirt with the topic of infidelity. Laura's advances become more direct, and they eventually engage in a physical encounter.

Hotel bar and pool
11

Michael's Guilt

After their encounter, Michael grapples with guilt and reflects on his love for Joanna. He finds a note from her expressing her faith in him, which compels him to cut his trip short and return home.

Philadelphia
12

Emotional Reunion

Upon returning home, Michael finds Joanna in tears. They try to reconnect and resume normalcy, but the emotional weight of recent events lingers between them.

Joanna and Michael's home
13

Confusion and Affection

Michael expresses affection towards Joanna, surprising her with his sudden warmth. However, Joanna is confused by this shift, compounded by the memory of the previous night with Alex.

Joanna and Michael's home
14

Final Moment and Cliffhanger

As Joanna prepares to voice her thoughts, the scene cuts to black, leaving their future ambiguous. This unresolved tension encapsulates the complexities of love and fidelity depicted throughout the film.

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