Morvern Callar

On Christmas morning, Morvern Callar's life takes a dramatic turn when she finds her boyfriend has committed suicide. He leaves behind a poignant note, gifts, funeral money, and a manuscript dedicated to her, thrusting Morvern into a deep state of emotional turmoil.

In her grief, Morvern decides to erase her boyfriend's name from the manuscript and replace it with her own. This decision marks the beginning of her journey into deception as she prepares to send it to the publisher.

Alarmingly, Morvern chooses not to report her boyfriend's death to the authorities, leaving his body undisturbed in their shared space. This act of denial sets off a chain of dark decisions that will follow her.

When her best friend Lanna asks about the situation, Morvern fabricates a story, insisting her boyfriend has left her for a new life abroad. This deception strains their friendship and complicates Morvern's emotional state.

After days of struggling with her loss, Morvern takes drastic action by dismembering her boyfriend's body. She buries it in the treacherous mountains and meticulously cleans their flat to eliminate any traces of her crime.

Out of the chaos, Morvern receives a letter from the publisher expressing interest in the manuscript. To maintain the façade, she informs them she will be holidaying in sunny Spain while tidying up her life.

Tensions rise when Lanna confesses to having an affair with Morvern's late boyfriend. This admission ignites a flurry of anger and betrayal within Morvern, complicating their already strained friendship.

Despite the tension, Morvern invites Lanna to join her on a trip to Spain, seeking solace in the vibrant nightlife. The trip is an attempt to escape their troubles and bring back some semblance of joy.

In Spain, Morvern meets a man who is grieving his own loss. Their brief romantic encounter brings both comfort and confusion as Morvern grapples with her emotions and her decisions.

While traveling, Morvern and Lanna find themselves lost on a rural road, leading to a tense confrontation. Lanna expresses her frustration with Morvern's erratic behavior, pushing their friendship to the brink.

By morning, Morvern and Lanna decide to part ways after a night of conflict. Morvern heads towards the publishers, fueled by her ambition and the lies that have spun from her grief.

In a shocking turn, Morvern feigns authorship of the manuscript and secures a £100,000 advance. This decision deepens her deception and complicates her already tumultuous emotional state.

With her newfound wealth, Morvern returns to Scotland and reaches out to Lanna, inviting her to join her again. However, Lanna declines, choosing to stay in her familiar life.

At the railway station, Morvern reflects on her grief and choices while listening to the haunting mixtape left by her boyfriend. The music symbolizes her complex emotions as she steps into an uncertain future.