My Oxford Year

Anna De La Vega begins her year at the University of Oxford, excited to study Victorian poetry. On her first day, she gets splashed by a car driven by Jamie Davenport, marking the start of their awkward initial encounter. This sets the stage for their humorous and tumultuous relationship throughout the film.

Despite their initial teasing, Anna and Jamie spend a fun night together, during which Anna experiences her first pub visit. Jamie later rejects her at the end of the night, prompting Anna to flirt with another man to make him jealous. Their playful interactions develop into deeper feelings.

After their night out, Jamie presents Anna with a meaningful book, signaling their reconciliation. They share an intimate moment, and both agree their relationship is not serious but meaningful, which brings them closer despite uncertainties.

Their connection deepens as Jamie and Anna have sex, acknowledging that their relationship is casual. Anna confides in her friend Cecilia, who warns her about Jamie's potential complications, adding tension to their budding romance.

Jamie confesses that his brother Eddie passed away from cancer and that he no longer talks to his father. This emotional revelation highlights Jamie’s personal struggles and foreshadows his own health issues.

Anna joins her friends to watch the traditional boat race but notices Jamie has been absent from the library for weeks. Her concern grows as she learns that both Jamie and Cecilia have been busy and out of contact.

Anna confronts Jamie at his home and finds Cecilia present. Jamie appears ill and receives medical treatment, revealing he is suffering from cancer, which shocks Anna. His health decline becomes central to their story.

Jamie explains that his brother Eddie died of cancer and reveals he is also battling the disease. The cancer is genetic, and Jamie admits he is in pain and has stopped treatment, which explains his emotional and physical decline.

Jamie invites Anna to a formal ball where she meets his parents. She discusses Jamie’s treatment options with his father, who hopes Anna can persuade Jamie to seek better care. Jamie appears weak and collapses upon returning home.

Anna visits Jamie’s childhood castle for her birthday, surprised by her friends. Jamie continues avoiding his father, who talks about potential new treatments. It’s revealed that Eddie died at the castle, adding emotional weight to the story.

Anna witnesses Jamie and his father building a model car together, symbolizing their reconciliation and Jamie’s connection to his brother Eddie. Anna expresses her love for Jamie, emphasizing their deepening bond despite his illness.

Anna chooses to remain in England, rejecting her future job in New York to stay with Jamie. They have a heartfelt argument about her decision, leading to Anna sleeping separately and Jamie destroying the model car, indicating their emotional turmoil.

After graduation, Anna and Jamie reconnect and reconcile. Despite Jamie’s health, they share a romantic moment and have sex, reaffirming their love and commitment amidst growing uncertainty.

Jamie becomes unresponsive and is hospitalized, where a doctor diagnoses him with pneumonia due to his weakened immune system from cancer. His father finally respects Jamie’s wishes to avoid aggressive treatment.

Jamie passes away peacefully in Anna’s arms after a final dream of traveling. A time skip shows Anna traveling solo through Europe, eventually teaching the class that Jamie once taught her, symbolizing her continued growth and remembrance.