You Again

You Again

Year: 2010

Runtime: 105 min

Language: English

Director: Andy Fickman

Budget: $20M

Comedy

A successful public relations executive returns to her hometown for her brother’s wedding, only to discover that her high school nemesis is now her brother’s fiancée. Forced to confront their shared past and reignited rivalry, she uncovers long-held family secrets and must find a way to navigate the complicated dynamics between them. Can she overcome their history and help her brother find happiness, or will old wounds prevent them from moving forward?

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1

Marni's Early Struggles

In 2002, teenage Marni, plagued by acne, glasses, and braces, tapes a heartfelt video expressing her disdain for high school life. She details the relentless bullying inflicted by Joanna, a popular cheerleader, which turns her teenage years into a constant nightmare.

2002 Ridgefield High
2

Will's Basketball Game Incident

During a critical basketball game, Joanna's cruel pranks come to a head when Marni, dressed as the school mascot, accidentally collides with her brother Will. This disastrous moment costs the team a crucial win, embedding Marni's shame deeper into her memories of high school.

2002 Basketball court
3

Marni's Transformation

Fast forward to 2010, where Marni has reinvented herself as a successful public-relations executive in New York City. Leaving behind her 'ugly duckling' days, she is ready to face the world until she discovers her brother's impending marriage.

2010 New York City
4

Shock at the Wedding Announcement

Marni is shocked to learn that her brother Will is marrying Joanna, the very same cheerleader who made her life unbearable in high school. This unexpected twist forces Marni to confront old emotions and past traumas she thought she had left behind.

5

Reunion with Joanna

When Marni and Joanna reunite at the wedding preparations, Joanna seems completely oblivious to Marni's identity and their troubled past. Marni, however, grapples with a mix of resentment and disbelief at Joanna's apparent ease in integrating with the family.

6

Family Tensions Rise

As Marni's mother, Gail, rekindles her friendship with Joanna's aunt Ramona, old rivalries resurface from their high school prom days. The tension builds as both women navigate their complex histories, with Ramona now a wealthy hotel owner.

7

The Rehearsal Dinner Toast

During a rehearsal dinner toast, a young man named Tim disrupts the festivities by revealing Joanna's past betrayals. The unexpected confession shakes the family, igniting Marni's fears that Joanna has not changed at all.

8

The Time Capsule Video

As the wedding approaches, a video from their high school time capsule resurfaces, showcasing Joanna's bullying behavior. The fallout from the video adds strain to the wedding plans as Will reacts angrily, feeling caught between the women in his life.

9

Gail and Ramona's Poolside Brawl

Gail and Ramona's competitive history culminates in a hilarious poolside brawl, reminiscent of their high school rivalries. Although they clash, their confrontation leads to surprising realizations about their past and personal growth.

Poolside
10

Joanna's Confession

After several humorous encounters, Joanna finally confesses her remorse for the bullying she inflicted upon Marni. This heartfelt confession allows Marni to see Joanna's human side and paves the way for potential reconciliation.

11

The Tree House Accident

In an attempt to regain Will's attention, Marni orchestrates a series of comedic events that result in both her and Joanna being injured. Their accident occurs in Marni's childhood tree house, landing them in the hospital and complicating the wedding plans further.

Childhood tree house
12

The Makeshift Hospital Wedding

In a creative twist, Marni sets up a makeshift wedding ceremony in the hospital, complete with bandages on the bride and groom. This absurd yet heartfelt moment highlights the lengths they are willing to go to mend relationships, even under unexpected circumstances.

Hospital
13

Marni's New Romance

As the story nears its end, a new romantic connection blossoms for Marni with Charlie, one of Will's caring friends. This budding relationship adds a fresh dynamic to the family gatherings while offering Marni a chance at personal happiness.

14

Generational Rivalries Rekindled

In a comedic final twist, Joanna introduces Marni's quirky grandmother to her own competitive grandmother at the wedding. Their shared history ignites yet another generation of rivalry, leaving everyone in disbelief at how past conflicts can loop back through the years.

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