“The Singles Guidebook” is the latest movie directed by Damian Romay and features stars like Meggan Kaiser as Molly, Philip Boyd as Jackson, Ansley Gordon as Jessi, Yago Lupi as Dave, Alessandra Santos as Cara, Julie Kendall as Regina, and more. The movie follows the story of Molly, a brilliant content creator and writer, whose life takes an unexpected turn when she’s forced to team up with Jackson for a social media project.
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‘The Singles Guidebook’ Story
Molly is a hard-working and ambitious content creator and part-time product reviewer for online products. Molly is putting in extra hours at work so that she can get over her breakup with her ex-boyfriend, Lucas. One fateful day, Molly’s boss, the esteemed Regina, unveils a thrilling opportunity that could change the trajectory of her career. Molly learns from her boss, Regina, that her agency is soon to hire a full-time content strategist, and she, James, Jenna, and Sarah are in line for the top position. However, Regina adds that the coveted position will be decided based on their performance in the upcoming spring assignment—a challenge that will test their creativity and ingenuity to the fullest. Regina revealed to Molly that her daughter has recently launched a line of Gal Pal boxes, which are full of products that would help girls live their best life, and Molly’s job was to unbox those products and turn them into a cute series or “reclaiming independence after a breakup.” This assignment is not just about creating content but crafting a narrative that will resonate with the hearts and minds of girls everywhere, inspiring them to embrace their strength and resilience. On the other hand, Molly is also looking for a few classes to join to get her mind off her breakup.
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Molly enrolls in the singles cooking class for her projects and encounters Jackson, her neighbor. Despite living in the same building for months, they had never had a proper introduction, as their busy lives always seemed to get in the way. Maybe the culinary class will strengthen their friendship. Molly’s creative journey takes an unexpected turn when her cooking video with Jackson, her neighbor and cooking partner, goes viral on the internet. The video, which was supposed to be a fun and light-hearted exploration of their culinary adventures, quickly turned into a comedic disaster as they fumbled through recipes, accidentally set off smoke alarms, and ended up with a charred mess of a dish. Jackson decides to help her with her project on the condition that she’ll also promote his foundation, Arts Ed 4 Youth, unrelated to the series.
Molly’s online fanbase eagerly anticipates her latest video, in which she reveals an exciting new chapter in her life. Molly shares that she has teamed up with her neighbor and cooking partner, Jackson, for a unique project that goes beyond the kitchen. Molly continues that she’ll help Jackson meet someone special and form a real connection, whereas Jason will show her how to navigate a single scene. The duo embarks on a mission to be each other’s wingmen and wing women, using their own experiences and unique perspectives to guide each other through the maze of modern dating. The duo’s adventures together take them to salsa classes that left them in fits of laughter as they attempted to master the intricate dance moves and to a lively Karaoke Bar where they belted out their favorite tunes with gusto; each encounter revealed new and surprising aspects of each other’s personalities. Jackson is a vibrant and free-spirited guy who lives life believing that it is meant to be lived to the fullest. He refuses to be shackled by the opinions of others, recognizing that life is too short to conform to norms or seek validation through online metrics such as followers and likes. In a world where social media often fosters a culture of inauthenticity, Jackson stands apart as the real deal, encouraging others to embrace their true selves without fear or hesitation. Jackson’s commitment to authenticity extends beyond his work with children. He walks the talk, living his life unabashedly with an unapologetic acceptance of his quirks and imperfections. Molly began sharing their heartfelt moment together on social media, but unfortunately, this new direction didn’t bode well with Regina, who labeled her content as cringy and oversharing and advised her to stick with “polished personal,” meaning keep it fake, as it would attract more people.
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Molly finds herself caught in a whirlwind of emotions as she witnesses Jackson and Cara’s budding connection at a weekend poetry recital. The duo’s chemistry is palpable, and Molly can’t help but feel a twinge of jealousy as she realizes her growing feelings for Jackson and his unique outlook on life. Amidst the bittersweet feelings of attraction and jealousy, Molly is given a sage piece of advice by her boss, Regina. She urges Molly to focus on the connection between Jackson and Cara rather than on her own feelings for Jackson. But Molly had always wanted to create real content that could help people, make them feel confident and good about themselves, and not set unrealistic social media examples that leave many in a jealous and bittersweet conundrum. Cara, Jackson’s new date, on the other hand, likes things more elevated, like expensive coffees and three-piece suits, rather than taking calm and romantic walks along the pier. To add insult to injury, Cara is also seeing other guys besides Jackson. On the other hand, Regina is not backing down and looking for any chance to capitalize on the drama, even forcing Molly to post their private conversation, which she never wanted people to see in the first place, which made Jackson’s foundation lose a heavy investment.
Molly is head over heels in love with Jackson, but she’s afraid to ask him out for fear he won’t feel the same way. Molly also learns that she has been chosen for the full-time role but decides to turn the opportunity down and quit. With a heavy heart, Molly takes a bold step toward her own happiness. Despite the glitz and glamour of the social media world, Molly realizes that her true passion lies in authenticity and being true to herself. She bids farewell to the company that prioritizes superficiality over genuine connections, knowing that her departure is a courageous choice to stay true to her values. Molly also meets Jackson’s ex-investor, Mr. Larson, and convinces him to back Jackon’s non-profit organization. Molly’s journey as a content creator takes an exhilarating turn when she receives an unexpected offer from a prestigious publishing house. And as if that weren’t enough, at the end of the film, Jackson also realizes that he has feelings for her and leans in to seal the deal with a romantic kiss.