Kettle of Fish (2006)

In the pulsating heart of Manhattan, Mel, a charismatic musician, navigates a life filled with fleeting one-night affairs, his only constant companion being his goldfish. This seemingly perpetual bachelor decides to test the waters of commitment, moving in with his current flame and subletting his apartment to Ginger, a captivating English biologist fresh in the city. However, the day Mel steps out of his beloved flat, he finds himself entranced by a radiant bride, Diana, at a wedding he's performing at. This unexpected infatuation shakes Mel's world, leading him to call off his recent cohabitation plan and negotiate his way back into his own apartment, as Ginger's unexpected roommate. As Mel moonlights as an elevator operator in Diana's building in hopes of winning her heart, his life intertwines with Ginger's in a friendship underscored by her fascinating research on his beloved fish. Meanwhile, an improbable attraction sparks between one of Ginger's lab frogs and Mel's goldfish, a peculiar mirroring of their own evolving relationship. Amidst this whirlwind, Mel's wise best friend and his heartsick fish serve as grounding forces, providing much-needed perspective. "Kettle of Fish" is a vibrant exploration of how opposites can attract and intimacy can develop in the most unexpected circumstances. This New York tale of love, friendship, and self-discovery weaves a captivating narrative around the question: Can a lifelong bachelor conquer his fear of commitment and embrace the unpredictable dance of love?

Kettle of Fish is a comedy movie featuring Matthew Modine and directed by Claudia Myers.

It is possible to buy Kettle of Fish on Amazon Video and Apple TV.