The Souvenir: Part II

Julie is devastated by the overdose of her lover, Anthony. Seeking solace, she stays with her parents for a few days, where she comes to terms with her grief.

While with her parents, Julie informs her mother that her period is late, hinting at deeper emotional turmoil. This moment signifies her ongoing struggles and reflects the complexity of her situation.

Julie visits Anthony's parents, James and Barbara, to return his belongings. The encounter reveals the lack of understanding Anthony's parents had about their son, further complicating Julie's feelings of loss.

At a film studio, Julie meets Jim, an actor in her friends' student films. They share a night of intimacy, after which Julie finds out she has gotten her period, marking a new beginning for her.

Julie visits Anthony's friends, seeking closure about his last hours. However, her inquiries are met with silence, leaving her feeling more isolated in her grief.

Julie presents her script and reel for her final student film to the school board, receiving harsh criticism for its unclear narrative. This rejection adds to her struggles but also ignites her determination to continue.

Spending time with her parents, Julie probes her mother, Rosalind, for insights about Anthony's character. Rosalind shares her fond memories, which help Julie reflect on her loss more deeply.

Determined to move forward, Julie secretly uses the school's studio to pursue her film project, drawing from her relationship with Anthony. This decision showcases her resolve to channel her grief into art.

Julie casts her friends Garance and Pete for the roles in her film. However, her lack of communication leads to confusion among the cast and crew, exacerbating the tension on set.

During a meeting with her editor Max, they discuss Anthony's memory and the ways they have each grieved. Max advises Julie to not carry the weight of others' grief alone, prompting her to reflect on her feelings.

Julie receives a call from Barbara about James' hospitalization due to a stroke. This news adds another layer of emotional complexity to Julie's journey as she continues to navigate her grief.

In a session with her therapist, Julie questions whether her feelings for Anthony were genuine or derived from a desire for companionship. The therapist encourages her to live her life fully and seek companionship.

Julie premieres her film, 'The Souvenir', to her classmates and the school board. In this moment, she envisions reconciling her feelings about Anthony, symbolically letting him go through her work.

Years later, Julie celebrates her 30th birthday as a director of music videos with friends from film school. This marks a significant evolution in her personal and professional journey.

The celebration scene transitions to a set, highlighting the blend of reality and film. As a voice calls 'Cut', the movie concludes, leaving viewers with a sense of Julie's growth through her experiences.