The narrative follows (Karl Glusman), an American aspiring filmmaker living in Paris. Distraught and trapped in a joyless domestic life, Murphy receives a call from the mother of his ex-girlfriend, Electra (Aomi Muyock), who fears her daughter has gone missing. This spark triggers a long day of drug-fueled, non-chronological flashbacks where Murphy relives the peaks and valleys of his two-year affair with Electra—including the fateful decision to invite their neighbor, Anna, into their bed. Thematic Depth and Style

: Some view it as a masterpiece of raw emotion , capturing the confusing cocktail of lust, anger, and compassion that defines youth.

: Others find it self-indulgent and repetitive , arguing that the stereotypical character tropes and empty dialogue make it difficult to connect emotionally with the leads. Viewing Options

: The film operates like a "time travel" movie through fragmented memories, reflecting Murphy's inability to control his emotions or the order of his regrets.