Tangerine

Sin-Dee Rella, a transgender sex worker, is released from jail after serving a 28-day sentence. She is eager to reunite with her friend Alexandra, setting the stage for a dramatic Christmas Eve.

At a donut shop, Sin-Dee meets up with Alexandra, who reveals that Sin-Dee's boyfriend, Chester, has been unfaithful. This revelation ignites Sin-Dee's rage and determination to confront Chester and the other woman.

Alexandra is busy handing out flyers for her musical performance at The Mary's bar scheduled for later that night. Her commitment to her career contrasts with the turmoil brewing in Sin-Dee's life.

While working, Alexandra faces conflict when a client refuses to pay her after an unsatisfactory encounter. The argument escalates but is interrupted by the arrival of the police, showcasing the dangers of her profession.

Razmik, an Armenian cab driver, encounters two drunken passengers who create chaos in his car. He remains committed to his honest life, looking forward to celebrating Christmas with his family later.

After his challenging day, Razmik meets Alexandra, leading to a brief moment of intimacy at a car wash. The encounter hints at deeper connections amidst the chaos of their lives.

Sin-Dee learns from Nash that Chester is distributing Christmas vouchers at a food line. Fueled by anger, she embarks on a frantic search for Chester and the woman he's been seeing.

Sin-Dee tracks down Dinah at a brothel, where she confronts her over Chester. In a surprising turn of events, Sin-Dee drags Dinah onto a bus, determined to find Chester together.

In a rush, Sin-Dee realizes she is late for Alexandra's performance. She takes Dinah with her, adding tension to an already volatile situation as they prepare to confront Chester.

The trio confronts Chester at Donut Time, where he insists he still loves Sin-Dee, despite his previous claims of intimacy with Dinah. The tension escalates, revealing the complexities of their relationships.

Razmik, who has sneaked out from his Christmas celebration, arrives at Donut Time with his mother-in-law, Ashken. Their presence complicates the confrontation and heightens the emotional stakes.

An explosive argument erupts among Sin-Dee, Chester, Dinah, and Razmik, leading to chaos at Donut Time. The shop owner, Mamasan, is forced to evict them, showcasing the breakdown of their relationships.

Chester's admission of sleeping with Alexandra sends Sin-Dee into a tailspin, deepening her heartbreak. Feeling rejected and humiliated, she attempts to return to work but faces cruelty from potential clients.

In a gesture of kindness, Alexandra takes Sin-Dee to a laundromat to clean her clothes and wig. This moment highlights the bond of friendship amidst the turmoil, as Alexandra offers her own wig to help Sin-Dee regain her composure.

As they await a brighter turn of events, Sin-Dee's situation remains precarious. Yet, the support from Alexandra suggests that hope and resilience can be found even in the darkest moments.