Past Tense

In 2034, Belle lies in a deep coma while a nurse plays a voice recording of Babs retelling their past. The recollection covers their first awkward meeting, how they became best friends, and Babs’s hidden affection for Belle. This present crisis becomes the catalyst for a chance to rewrite her fate.

In the past, Babs and Belle meet in a coffee shop where she dislikes him at first because of his weight. He offers support and a slice of cake, and their friendship quietly takes root. Over time, Babs nurtures unspoken feelings while staying by her side.

Belle meets Carlos and becomes his girlfriend, while Babs remains a loyal friend with deeper feelings. The trio's dynamic tightens as Belle builds a life with Carlos. Babs's longing stays unspoken but present in every gesture.

Carlos cheats on Belle with his ex Annika, prompting a confrontation. Belle angrily accuses him, and he storms off. Belle chases to apologize, only to be involved in a car accident that shakes their world.

Back in 2034 Belle awakens to the possibility of rewiring her life. Papa Time appears in her vision and offers a second chance to travel back and fix what happened with Carlos and Babs. The choice sets the stage for a journey through time.

Belle meets Bhe, her younger self, and together they begin a journey to the past to avoid meeting Carlos. They guide Belle toward a new path and toward healing old wounds. The mission is to keep Belle from repeating mistakes that fueled her heartbreak.

Babs and Bhe watch Belle's new timeline unfold and realize they must intervene delicately. They oversee Belle's interactions and prepare for interventions to steer her toward love with Babs instead of Carlos. The stakes rise as the past begins to bend toward a different future.

Belle is drawn to Carlos's bar where he tries to enlist Martina as a vodka endorser. Belle befriends Martina, complicating the love triangle as Babs and Bhe observe Belle's lingering attachment to Carlos. Tensions mount as Babs's presence grows more palpable.

In a moment of vulnerability, Babs confesses his love for Belle, but she remains unsure, still hoping for Carlos. The confession leaves him embarrassed and he retreats, moments before deeper feelings threaten their friendship. The moment crystallizes the risk of changing the past.

Bhe pushes Babs to transform himself for a grand romantic gesture, and she helps him begin a transformation. The plan is a running thread through their efforts to win Belle's heart without destroying their friendship. The montage of preparation signals a hopeful shift toward love.

Belle realizes that she and Carlos are not meant to be and that her future lies with Babs. Babs prepares to confess again, while Bhe nudges him toward the moment when their feelings can be shared. The emotional tension peaks as revelation nears.

Bhe reveals a looming deadline set by Papa Time and pushes to prevent a fatal truck accident. Belle and Babs race against time, aided by Bhe, to avert catastrophe and salvage their chance at happiness. The near-miss galvanizes their commitment to each other.

After the rescue, Belle and Babs reconnect and begin to align their lives, yet remain wary of admitting their love. They fight to protect their new bond as they move toward building a life together. The future remains uncertain but hopeful.

In the final twist, Belle wakes to a future where Babs is alive and they have a third child. They celebrate their wedding anniversary and 27 years of friendship, sealing a life built on love and shared history. The film closes on a hopeful note of family, forgiveness, and enduring connection.