The Guilt Trip

Andy Brewster, an aspiring entrepreneur, sets off on a cross-country trip to promote his organic cleaning product, Scieo Clean. With dreams of impressing Kmart executives, he is hopeful about the opportunities that lie ahead.

Andy's presentation to Kmart executives results in disappointment, shattering his dreams of instant success. Realizing he needs a break, he decides to return to New Jersey to reconnect with his mother, Joyce.

Upon returning home, Andy finds Joyce struggling with the grief of losing her husband. She mistakenly believes that Andy has run away to escape her sorrow instead of understanding his aspirations.

While spending time together, Joyce shows Andy an old home movie, revealing her past relationship with a man named Andrew Margolis. This unexpected connection sparks Andy's interest in helping his mother rekindle a lost love.

Motivated by the discovery of Andrew Margolis's single status and his own business trips, Andy encourages Joyce to join him. They begin planning their journey, which will include meetings with potential clients and a reunion with Joyce's former flame.

Andy and Joyce embark on their road trip, making stops in various states including Virginia and Texas. Each stop presents its own challenges and opportunities, testing their relationship yet further.

Tensions between mother and son peak when Joyce’s unsolicited advice during a business meeting frustrates Andy. Their heated argument highlights the complexities of their relationship as they navigate personal and professional pressures.

After a troubling incident leaves Andy with a black eye, he confesses to Joyce his feelings of failure. This moment of vulnerability leads to a poignant dinner in Texas, where humor briefly restores their bond.

While in Las Vegas, Joyce strikes luck at the slot machines, winning new earrings and bringing joy to her and Andy's otherwise tumultuous trip. This light-hearted moment underscores their developing camaraderie.

As Andy prepares for a pivotal presentation to the Home Shopping Network, he reflects on the advice from Joyce. Inspired by her memories, he demonstrates his product with confidence, capturing the attention of the executives.

When they finally reach San Francisco, Andy reveals the real reason for their visit: to introduce Joyce to Andrew Margolis. This moment is charged with emotion as Joyce feels blindsided by the truth.

At Andrew's home, Andy and Joyce uncover unexpected news about their past relationships during an emotional encounter. The bittersweet reunion emphasizes the complexities of love and reminiscence.

After parting ways with Andrew, Joyce unexpectedly calls Ben Graw, with whom she had developed a connection. This moment suggests the possibility of new beginnings for both her and Andy, reflecting growth after their journey.