Mr. Jealousy

Mr. Jealousy

Year: 1998

Runtime: 103 min

Language: English

Director: Noah Baumbach

ComedyRomance

Aspiring writer Lester Grimm battles deep-seated insecurities stemming from a disastrous first date, leading to a reputation for possessiveness and paranoia. When he encounters Ramona Ray, his anxieties are challenged. Investigating her past, which involves the charismatic novelist Dashiell Frank, forces Lester to confront his own flaws and learn the importance of trust and moving on. It’s a comedic and touching look at love, relationships, and overcoming personal demons.

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1

Lester meets Ramona

Aspiring writer Lester Grimm is introduced to Ramona Ray by his friend Vince and Vince's fiancée Lucretia. They immediately hit it off, sparking a whirlwind romance that seems promising from the outset.

2

Ramona's revelation

During their first date, Ramona mentions her famous ex-boyfriend, the acclaimed writer Dashiell Frank. This revelation stirs a hint of jealousy within Lester, setting the tone for the complications to come.

3

Lester follows Dashiell

Curiosity gets the better of Lester when he observes Dashiell wandering down the street. He decides to follow him, leading to the unexpected discovery that Dashiell attends group therapy sessions.

4

Lester joins therapy

Under the pretense of being Vince, Lester joins Dashiell's therapy group. This choice ignites a series of tumultuous interactions between him and Dashiell, as Lester begins to inject his own candid criticisms into the sessions.

Group Therapy
5

Vince's encouragement

As Lester contemplates leaving the therapy group, Vince expresses dismay, hoping that Lester will share more personal insights. Despite his initial reluctance, Lester is persuaded to stick around for a couple more sessions.

6

Dashiell's confession

In a volatile therapy session, Dashiell speaks about a character that he based on someone real, hinting that Ramona serves as his muse. This revelation deepens the tension between Lester and Dashiell.

Group Therapy
7

Lester misses Ramona

After bonding with Dashiell over drinks, Lester slips up and misses a planned evening with Ramona. To cover his whereabouts, he lies about attending a screening of *The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance*, complicating their relationship.

8

Dashiell invites Lester

Dashiell extends an invitation to Lester to visit his home, bringing another pivotal character, Irene, into the mix. The gathering serves as a backdrop for examining Lester's budding relationship with Ramona.

Dashiell's Home
9

Ramona opens up

A vulnerable moment arises between Lester and Ramona, as she shares her past relationships, including one with an ex-boyfriend named Steven. This discussion raises questions about her feelings for Lester and the significance of her past.

10

Vince disrupts therapy

Complications escalate when Vince masquerades as 'Leo' in group therapy sessions, revealing Lester’s personal struggles without consent. This breach of trust infuriates Lester and threatens the dynamics of their friendship.

Group Therapy
11

Dashiell's confession to Rachel

In a stunning admission, Dashiell confesses to having an affair with Ramona. This revelation leads to a confrontation between Lester and Ramona, igniting a fierce and explosive argument.

12

Lester confronts Ramona

Frustrated by the revelations, Lester storms outside to confront Ramona. This leads to a public unraveling of their lies and culminates in a heated fight with Dashiell, punctuated by Lester’s declaration, 'She's my girlfriend.'

13

Time apart

Months later, Lester finds himself at the Iowa Writer's Workshop, deeply immersed in his writing. Conversely, Ramona starts seeking therapy with Dr. Poke, indicating the emotional toll of their past encounters.

Months later Iowa Writer's Workshop
14

Reunion at a wedding

At Vince and Lucretia’s wedding, fate brings Lester and Ramona back together. In a poignant moment, he extends his hand to invite her to dance, marking the potential for reconciliation.

Vince and Lucretia's Wedding
15

A flicker of hope

Though Ramona initially hesitates, reflecting on her journey and healing from their troubled past, she ultimately accepts Lester's invitation to dance. This moment signifies a flicker of hope for their relationship moving forward.

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