A Novel Romance (2011)

In the glittering labyrinth of New York City, budding novelist Nate Shepherd, on the cusp of his fifties, crosses paths with the stunning and youthful Jenny Sparks, a woman in her early thirties. They convene in an upscale restaurant, both burdened by their less-than-stellar days, and the anticipation of meeting new faces that night. As the conversation flows, they discover an unexpected twist – they are each other's 'new people'. However, before their connection can fully blossom, their respective partners - Adi, Nate's girlfriend, and Buddy, Jenny's boyfriend - interrupt the budding connection. Buddy's brusque demeanor instantly rankles Nate, while Adi is visibly enamored by Buddy's wealth and influence, aspects where Nate falls short. What follows is an evening fraught with tension and discomfort. Post-dinner, the couples retreat to their homes where Adi blindsides Nate with a breakup, her motivations primarily monetary. Meanwhile, at Jenny and Buddy's residence, a contrasting picture is painted. Their relationship thrives physically, but emotionally, it's a barren landscape. Jenny's plea for Buddy to accompany her to a family wedding in Boston is dismissed outright by Buddy's archaic, chauvinistic views. His preference? A drug-fueled spree with his LA hipster friend, Sam Steele. Jenny leaves for Boston, her heart heavy with disappointment. Tragedy strikes when a call from home informs Jenny of Buddy's fatal overdose. Reeling from the shock, Jenny finds an unexpected pillar of support in Nate at the memorial. As they navigate through the whirlwind of grief and confusion, they find comfort in each other, uncertain of what the future holds but willing to embrace the ambiguity.

A Novel Romance is a comedy movie featuring Shannon Elizabeth and directed by Allie Dvorin.

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