Life as We Know It

Life as We Know It

Year: 2010

Runtime: 114 min

Language: English

Director: Greg Berlanti

DramaComedy

Holly and Eric, two single people with very different lives, unexpectedly find themselves responsible for a young girl named Sophie. Following a disastrous first encounter, they're thrown together and must learn to navigate the challenges of co-parenting. Balancing career aspirations, complicated social lives, and the needs of their new charge, they discover the importance of compromise and find unexpected connection along the way.

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1

Holly and Eric's Blind Date

In 2007, Holly Berenson and Eric Messer are set up on a blind date by their mutual friends, Peter and Alison. Unfortunately, the date spirals out of control due to Eric's tardiness and lack of planning, resulting in a mutual dislike between the two.

2007 Atlanta
2

Years Pass

As time goes by, Peter and Alison marry and have a daughter named Sophie. They select Holly and Eric as Sophie’s godparents, which forces them to endure each other's company for her sake, despite their unresolved animosity.

3

Tragedy Strikes

Peter and Alison tragically die in a car accident, leaving behind a will that names Holly and Eric as joint guardians of Sophie. This puts immense pressure on the pair as they grapple with the responsibility of raising the young girl.

4

CPS Involvement

Following the accident, Child Protective Services is brought in to assess if Holly and Eric can provide a suitable home for Sophie. Faced with limited financial resources and emotional turmoil, the pair struggles to navigate their new roles.

5

Moving In Together

To take care of Sophie, Holly and Eric reluctantly move into Peter and Alison's home, which presents various challenges. Their differing views on finances and parenting often clash, revealing the tension that lingers between them.

Peter and Alison's home
6

Support from Neighbors

As Holly and Eric navigate parenting together, they find unexpected support from their neighbors. This coalition provides parenting advice and resources, fostering a sense of community around their new family dynamic.

7

Holly's Catering Job

During a critical catering job, Holly must leave Sophie in Eric's care, leading to unforeseen chaos. On the same night, Eric has an opportunity to direct a major basketball game, but Sophie's crying distracts him, escalating the pressure between them.

8

Holly Meets Sam

Holly's life takes an interesting turn when she meets Sam, Sophie’s pediatrician, and sparks fly between them. Their burgeoning relationship adds complexity, especially when Eric observes Holly sharing a kiss with Sam.

9

Financial Struggles

As the expenses of raising Sophie mount, Holly reconsiders her plans for business expansion. The pressure leads her and Eric to confront their financial situation, igniting further tension in their partnership.

10

Eric's Job Opportunity

Eric considers a tempting job opportunity in Phoenix but fails to communicate this to Holly. The revelation leads to a major confrontation, where Holly expresses her fear of being abandoned again, threatening their relationship.

Phoenix
11

Thanksgiving Tensions

During Thanksgiving, Holly is seen spending time with Sam, which exacerbates the existing rift between her and Eric. This situation heightens their emotions, causing both to reevaluate their feelings for one another.

12

Sophie's 'Mama' Moment

An emotional revelation occurs when Sophie calls Holly 'Mama' for the first time, solidifying their bond. This moment profoundly affects both Holly and Eric, leading them to reconsider their partnership.

13

Desperate Chase

Realizing her love for Eric, Holly rushes to the airport to confess her feelings before he leaves. When she discovers they missed each other, she returns home devastated, only to find Eric there, having had a change of heart.

Airport
14

Sophie's Birthday Celebration

The story culminates in a heartwarming celebration of Sophie’s second birthday. Surrounded by friends and neighbors, Holly and Eric come together, sealing their commitment to each other with a kiss as they celebrate their newfound family.

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