The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Him

Connor and Eleanor enjoy what seems to be a pleasant evening at a restaurant in New York City. However, the night takes a turn when Connor reveals he doesn't have enough money to pay for their meal, leading to a spontaneous decision to dine and dash.

After their reckless restaurant escapade, Connor and Eleanor find themselves in Central Park, where they collapse to the ground laughing in the serenity of the park. They take a moment to appreciate the beauty around them, especially the fireflies hovering nearby.

Despair leads Eleanor to a tragic moment as she decides to take her own life by jumping into the Hudson River. Luckily, she is rescued and taken to the hospital, where Connor rushes to her side, showcasing his concern and care for her well-being.

Eleanor's sister, Katy, takes her back to their parents' home in Westport following her hospital stay. With her life feeling aimless, Eleanor contemplates a return to education, encouraged by her father's suggestion to enroll in university.

Determined to find purpose, Eleanor convinces a professor, Lilian, to let her register late for classes at NYU. This marks the beginning of a new chapter for her filled with academic pursuits and personal growth.

Unable to cope with the isolation of living alone, Connor moves back into his father’s home. He discusses the challenges of his failed marriage with his best friend, Stu, who informs him about Eleanor's new class at NYU, reigniting his interest in her.

Connor attends one of Eleanor's classes and tries to reconnect by passing her a note. Their unexpected encounter leads to a heated argument outside the classroom, where Eleanor firmly tells him to leave her alone, only for Connor to get hit by a taxi on his way out.

Eleanor's father pushes her to see a psychiatrist, trying to get her help for her overwhelming grief from losing her son. This moment reflects the deep emotional turmoil that Eleanor is struggling to cope with.

Faced with the financial collapse of his restaurant, and heavy thoughts about Eleanor, Connor impulsively has a one-night stand with Alexis, a bartender at his restaurant. This event highlights his moment of weakness and confusion.

Concerned for Connor after hearing he has been visiting her home, Eleanor decides to stop by his restaurant. There, she learns about its precarious financial situation, prompting her to suggest a carefree driving trip to revive their past memories together.

During their countryside drive, Connor reveals his plans to pack up their apartment, indicating his desire to move on. As they drive, unexpected heavy rains lead to a vulnerable moment where Eleanor tries to initiate intimacy, but the tension escalates.

Eleanor, encouraged by her sister Katy, goes clubbing in a desperate attempt to experience life. However, in a moment of self-reflection, she cannot go through with picking up a stranger, revealing her ongoing emotional struggles.

Eleanor meets with her professor Lilian to announce that she is quitting her class at NYU. This decision marks another pivotal moment in her journey as she continues to evaluate her life choices and emotional state.

Connor decides to clean out their former apartment and unexpectedly falls asleep. When he wakes, Eleanor has come to visit, leading to a tender conversation where they reconnect physically, despite knowing she will leave him once more.

As Eleanor prepares to leave for Paris to complete her abandoned dissertation, she says goodbye to her family. This farewell symbolizes her commitment to personal growth and her new journey, as Katy drives her away.