Rose Plays Julie

A veterinary student in Dublin, Rose is adjusting to life after her adoptive mother's death and starts probing who her biological parents might be. Her quest drives her to uncover a hidden family history and push beyond her existing identity. The search sets the stage for unexpected encounters with her estranged mother.

After learning Ellen is Rose's mother, she travels to London to confront her and learn the truth about her past. The meeting is emotionally charged and marks a turning point in Rose's quest for belonging.

On the phone, Rose reveals that her birth name is Julie, and Ellen instantly realises who she is. The revelation deepens the tension between the two and confirms their shared history.

Rose shadows Ellen on a film set but is quickly noticed by others and ends up leaving before revealing herself. The encounter foreshadows the growing connection and unresolved past.

Rose calls the estate agent, posing as a potential buyer, to arrange a viewing of Ellen's house. The tactic illustrates Rose's determination to get closer and understand where Ellen lives. The act also deepens the tension around identity.

During the viewing, Ellen recognises Rose and pulls her aside into a wooded area to talk. Ellen bares the truth about her past, explaining she was raped on a golf course and that Rose was the result, with Peter Doyle as her father. The revelation redefines their relationship.

Back in Dublin, Rose attends the launch party for Peter's new book but chooses not to talk to him. The encounter hints at the unresolved issue of his past and how it still affects her. The event marks the next stage in her plan to understand her father.

Rose volunteers to work on an archaeological dig led by Peter, wearing a black wig and posing as an actress named Julie researching for a role. Her undercover presence suggests she is still trying to connect with her paternal roots while evaluating Peter's complicity. This act also brings her physically close to Peter again.

Ellen travels to Dublin to work on a film and calls Rose to meet, eventually showing up at Rose's university flat. The sisters try to navigate their complicated relationship while the past lingers between them.

Rose tells Ellen that she has seen Peter, but she has not disclosed her identity to him yet. Ellen's anger grows at Peter’s apparent indifference to the past, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation. The two grapple with what it means to know and acknowledge one another.

Peter gives Rose a copy of his book with a phone number written inside. The gesture signals openness to contact yet still keeps distance.

Rose steals veterinary drugs from the university and fills a syringe to kill Peter. She goes to his house while his family is out, confronts him, and reveals that she is his daughter, then flees as he lies dazed.

Ellen travels to meet Peter at the golf course where he assaulted her, and, after confronting him, stabs him in the leg with the syringe before the drugs take effect in his car; he dies within minutes.

Ellen returns to her hotel room and wakes a sleeping Rose. Rose reveals she had a dream about waiting by the sea for her mother, hinting at unresolved longing and the fragile nature of their reconciliation.