Peter’s Friends

Peter and his friends perform as part of a university comedy troupe at a New Year's Eve party in 1983. The event takes place at Peter's family's country estate, where they entertain the stodgy partygoers, with only Vera and her son Paul showing support. The gathering marks the beginning of their friendship and shared experiences.

In 1992, Peter inherits the family estate and invites his friends for another New Year's weekend. They arrive after a decade of living separate lives, leading to a gathering that rekindles old camaraderie amidst underlying tensions. Vera and Paul still remain at the estate, with Vera planning to leave after the event.

The friends arrive with their own personal stories: Andrew in Hollywood as a writer, married to Carol; Roger and Mary recovering from tragedy; Sarah working as a costume designer; Maggie working in publishing; and Brian, Sarah's new lover. The group reunites but carries unresolved emotional issues from their past and present.

Tensions surface as Andrew and Carol's marriage strains under her fame, and Mary’s overprotectiveness reveals her grief over the loss of one of their twins. Maggie attempts to romantically pursue Peter, highlighting her loneliness, while Sarah's dissatisfaction with her life begins to show.

Maggie tries to seduce Peter after a failed attempt from her, during which he confesses he is bisexual but no longer actively involved with either sex. This moment underscores the complexity of their relationships and Peter’s personal struggles.

Carol helps Maggie transform her look, leading her to successfully seduce Paul, triggering an emotional shift. Meanwhile, Carol departs for America, leaving the group with the implications of their romantic pursuits and unresolved tensions.

After a year of sobriety, Andrew’s marriage with Carol ends as she returns to America. The reunion begins to fracture further, revealing individual dissatisfaction and unspoken wounds among the friends.

Roger and Mary share a profound moment addressing their grief and her overprotectiveness. Brian calls his wife to leave the estate, recognizing that Sarah is more interested in others’ possessions than in him, highlighting their emotional disconnect.

In the climax, Peter confesses that he is HIV-positive, revealing the reason he brought everyone together. His honesty prompts the friends to reflect on their own lives and issues, fostering a sense of solidarity and support.

Moved by Peter’s revelation, the friends overcome their personal conflicts and emotional struggles to pledge their support to him. The gathering ends with a renewed sense of friendship and collective strength, acknowledging the importance of facing difficulties together.