Psycho Party Planner (2020) Movie Script
["Heartbeat" playing]
Signals wave across the sky
Across that isolated skyline
O-o-oh o-o-oh oh
O-o-oh
Are you running away again
And trying to put the proof away?
O-o-oh o-o-oh oh
O-o-oh
[music continues]
Can you feel my heartbeat?
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday dear Tess
Happy birthday to you
[man] Yay! Yay! [Woman] Whoo-hoo!
[applauding]
[crickets chirping]
Oh...
[sniffles]
Hey, what's wrong?
You heard what the doctor said.
Well, so, maybe we get
a second opinion, hm?
Griff, she was the second opinion.
[sighs]
[sighs] Well
did you hear everyone tonight?
They think we're having
kids, like, tomorrow.
Everyone knows we're trying.
So...
Maybe we adopt.
[chuckles] Celebrities adopt.
Politicians create
bloodlines. You know this.
All right. So... how about
we hire a surrogate?
All right, so I'm supposed to
pay some woman we barely know
how much to help you do your job?
Excuse me?
The last time I checked, my only job
was to be a good wife and
to become a good mother!
I can still do that.
Yeah.
Well,
apparently, you can't.
What is that supposed to mean?
-Where are you going?
-To have a nightcap.
Or three. And figure
out what to do about us.
What to do about us?
Wh-what does that mean?
It means I don't know if I
wanna be with someone
who can't have my kids.
That's not a part of
the deal I signed on for.
You know, when I first
met you, I always knew
you were a shallow prick!
But then I thought,
"Maybe I could fix him."
But, apparently, assholes can't be fixed!
Yeah.
Well, at least we can thank my mother
for insisting on that pre-nup.
[intense music]
[Lindy screaming]
[indistinct chatter]
[whistle blows]
Okay, sophomores, thank you.
Oh. See you soon. Thank you.
I think we have to go
with Carrington, right?
I mean, we don't have anything
like her in the opening lineup.
Got it.
Guess what?
Early acceptance to a university,
driving distance from home.
-Mom...
-[Kayla] You made it.
I made it.
-Congratulations.
-You made what?
-The drill team.
-Oh, my gosh!
Girl's got some moves!
This calls for celebration.
I'm ordering you and take-out tonight.
Oh, Shonda, honey, that's really sweet.
-But you don't have to do that.
-Oh, I'm not paying for it.
Your new gallery budget's paying for that.
[laughs] Hey...
So did Ms. Meadows sing you any praises?
Ah, praises? No.
She hardly game me a head-nod,
but that was a first, so I'll take it.
[chuckles] Yeah. Your
dad's gonna be so proud!
Oh, oh. Hi, hi-hi, yeah. Hello. Hello.
So what does that even mean?
I mean, practice after school?
You're gonna need a car or something? Hm?
Dad, don't tease unless you mean it.
-Well...
-Yeah, honey, don't tease.
She hasn't even taken driver's ed yet.
I know, but I'm going
to be able to next month.
Because you know what else?
Hm.
I'm turning 16 in October.
Oh, 16!
Our little one's growing up so fast.
-Don't remind me.
-Where does the time go?
You will always be a little girl to me.
Don't forget it.
So is that what you really want? A car?
Because we did talk, if
she kept her grades up,
we would get her one.
Well, I was hoping
that you guys might consider throwing me
a sweet-sixteen party, instead.
I-I mean, Misty and May on my team,
both had theirs last year
and they were asking if I'm having one.
When did you become Miss Social?
Come on, mom, is it so bad
that I wanna have a little
fun while I'm still in school?
Besides, I was hoping to make it a benefit,
so to help raise money for kids
in my class who need assistance
paying for their college
applications next year.
Did you just hear that?
That's our daughter.
Good for you. Yeah.
Okay, fine.
If you want a sweet-sixteen party,
we will throw you a sweet-sixteen party,
and it will be epic.
-Epic!
-Epic!
Really?
Thanks, mom.
-And dad. Ahem.
-And dad.
Well, I guess we have to find
ourselves a party planner then.
Mm, why can't, why can't you do it?
Honey, you know I'm
not good at party planning
and social stuff.
No, I don't. Why don't you, uh, tell me?
-Our wedding. Remember?
-Mm-hmm.
I sent the cake to the wrong venue,
I hired that One Hit Wonders wedding band.
Honey, you know we
both like One Hit Wonders.
[chuckles]
-Mm-hmm.
Okay, fine.
But you know what? This
gallery opening, I'm just...
I'm kinda slammed, and even
with Shonda, I'm drowning, so...
Uh, it's fine, mom.
If you don't think you have the time,
it's okay.
No, honey, of course, I want to help you
and I wanna be there for
your big day as much as I can.
Um, maybe just from the
sidelines, though, you know,
so I don't ruin your big day.
We are going to find you
the best party planner ever.
My only daughter only turns 16 once.
[laughs]
-Whoo!
That's what I'm talkin' about.
[crickets chirping]
[intense music]
Well, just like kismet,
here we are.
[music continues]
[chiming]
Whoo! Go, Charlie!
How are we doing today, ladies?
Is that the kind of team spirit
you're gonna be delivering
at our first pep rally
in a couple of weeks?
I said, how are you doing today, ladies?
[all cheering]
Okay, that is more like it.
I see we have a few new
faces in our midst this fall.
For sophomores, "Kerry Anderson."
Are you Kayla Crosby's daughter?
Yes, ma'am, she told me
the two of you went
to high school together.
That's right, we did, she was never really
the drill-team type, so I'm
surprised to see you here.
But welcome to the team.
Than-k you, Ms. Meadows.
[Meadows] You guys can all call me coach.
All right then, time to
learn our first routine.
[all cheering]
[sighs]
[whispers] Hold on one second.
Yeah, I just feel like a
sweet-sixteen concept for girls
these days isn't what it used to be.
Nowadays it can't just be some silly dance
where you crown the birthday girl
like an old-school home-coming
coronation or something.
We're talking top 40s cover band
and a severely strict dress
code for everyone in attendance.
A dress code?
No hoochie skirts two inches
above the knee.
No open-toed shoes, no tuxes
or prom dresses or anything tacky
or overall snooty.
I mean, like upscale casual,
but still something you can
hit the ping-pong table wearing.
[Kayla] Ping-pong! I love that idea.
What mother doesn't?
It's a great distraction.
Help all those boys keep
their hands to themselves.
[laughs]
Well, I think I've heard
all I needed to hear.
Kerry, do you have any
other questions for her?
Yeah, no, I'm good. Thanks.
Nice to meet you, Dulcie.
Okay, you're next.
[whispers] Love her.
And this is... Wait, who are you?
Hi. Lindy Shores.
Hi. Kayla Anderson.
This is my daughter Kerry.
-Hi! Nice to meet you.
-Hi.
I love your dress.
Oh! Wow, thank you.
Well, I, I love your shoes.
Oh, thanks. I actually just got them.
My mom said the heel was
a little high, but I disagreed.
Six inches would be a little high,
but two-and-a-half seems just...
Just right.[Laughs]
Okay. Well, they're growing on me, I guess.
-Why don't you sit down, please?
-[Lindy] Thank you.
Wow! Lindy, you have a
very impressive resume.
"Political fund-raisers, campaign banquets,
a re-election gala."
Don't you think you're
just a tad overqualified?
Oh, uh, no. I, I've...
[clears throat] I'm not overqualified.
I've, um, I've also done
kids' birthday parties
and things like that, too.
I only put the political stuff on there
because my husband is, uh
was a congressman.
Oh. I'm really sorry for your loss.
Thank you. It's, um... been a tough year.
Well, it's great that you have
experience with fund-raisers
because I was hoping
that this party could actually
help raise money for kids in my class
who can't pay for their
college applications next year.
[chuckles] Wow, I love that idea, Kerry.
And how kind of you.
That's right up my alley.
Well, why don't you tell us
what else you would suggest
if we decided to hire you?
I do plan on being a part of
the party planning, though,
except, it's not really up my wheelhouse.
I'm usually dealing more
in the modern art world.
Ah.
Okay, well, my aim would be
to give Kerry the most fabulous, classy,
super-special sweet sixteen
that I never had.
And I can assure you that if you hire me,
you will be the envy
of every girl at the party,
have the attention of every boy
and be the talk of
Crestwood High all year long
just as it should be.
[chuckles]
[mumbling]
Feel like maybe I should,
I should've left my card.
Yeah, I'm gonna...
Sorry, I forgot to leave my...
[Shonda] Well, girls, I
don't know about you,
but I'm kinda leaning towards the red-head.
Dulcie does have the best
resume for these kinds of parties.
I mean, she's been doing it for years.
And who else can make a
bunch of bratty teens happy?
I don't mean you when I say that, Ker.
Just your friends.
I-I don't know.
I-I kinda liked Lindy the best.
I mean, she just seems
really into what I'm into.
Okay, um...
Well, how about I see
if I can get Dulcie first?
Lindy seems a little elitist for my taste.
Okay. Yeah, I guess that's fine.
[sighs]
[intense music]
[doorbell rings]
[barks]
-[Dulcie] Shh!
-Dulcie Lowe, yes?
-I'm Dulcie. Can I help you?
You probably don't remember me,
but we ran into each other earlier today.
We were both interviewing
for the party planning position.
-Kerry Anderson...
-Okay.
I'm sorry, how did you even find me?
Oh, uh, well, strangely, I
happened to notice your resume
when I was leaving my card
and saw that we lived on the same street.
Well, I'm actually just, just down there.
Um, t-temporary place while
I get myself back on my feet.
I'm, uh... recently widowed.
Oh. I'm sorry to hear that.
The thing is I just really
need the money right now.
I don't get the life-insurance
money for a while yet
and this job just
it means everything to me.
Well, again, I truly
am sorry for your loss,
but if you're so hard up for cash,
you could try selling that handbag.
It's worth at least
$2000 in mint condition,
which it is.
Right, I could
if this wasn't the last thing
that my husband bought me
before he died.
Clearly, it means too much for me to sell.
Ah. I understand.
Conversely, this job means too much to me
to pass up as well.
I don't really know why you're so worried
when they haven't made a decision, though.
Or did they?
Dulcie, I will give you
half of everything I make, okay?
I just need this job.
Lindy, is it?
Only a crazy person shows
up to a stranger's house,
begging for a job they didn't earn.
Now, if you'll excuse me,
my Malbec is all aired
out and I got to run.
Listen, you don't understand! I need... Ah!
[dog barks]
[sighs]
[doorbell rings]
[dog barks]
-Hush, Cher.
[sighs]
Look. I am begging
you. I'll give you anything.
What's it gonna cost to get this job, okay?
You, a night in jail if you don't leave.
Now, goodbye!
[sighs]
[doorbell rings]
-[Dulcie sighs]
[intense music]
I'm calling the police
if you ring my door again!
Crazy.
[music continues]
What kind of person doesn't feel bad
when someone tells you
their husband was killed?
You are cold and lifeless,
Dulcie. Do you know that?
What the hell do you think you're doing?
How did you even get in here?
Well, it's a stupid place
to hide the key under the little statue.
Okay. You're insane.
-I'm calling the cops on you.
-Dulcie, no. Listen.
Let's just talk this through, okay?
You get out of my house
right now and I'll consider
not having you thrown in jail.
[clears throat]
[music continues]
[door creaking]
[Dulcie screams]
[cell phone chimes]
-Mm...
-Oh, it's the party planner.
-Mm.
What? She says she's unavailable now.
That's weird. She was available yesterday.
Why wouldn't she just answer my call?
Mm. Maybe she got
a, uh, a better job offer.
Does that mean we can
hire the other one I liked?
-Lindy?
-Uh-huh. Yeah. Sure.
I'll call her and see if
she's available to meet here
after school tomorrow.
[ominous music]
[doorbell rings]
Lindy! So good to see you!
Kerry! So wonderful to see you!
I can't believe I'm actually here.
Lindy, hi, welcome.
Won't you join us? I'm
gonna bring tea to the patio.
Great.
[Lindy] So you're a freshman this year?
[Kerry] Sophomore, actually.
Since my birthday is so
early in the school year,
most of my friends are already 16.
-I am the last.
-I loved being 15.
I was on a dance squad way back when.
Really? I just joined drill team.
Oh, how I miss those days!
Well, uh, maybe I'll have to
swing by one of your practices
or something sometime and
see what the new generation's like.
Well, I, I doubt much has changed.
My coach is even old friends with my mom.
They went to high school together.
No way! Ah! Your mom just seems so young.
I can't even believe she has
a daughter your age, anyway.
How old was she when she had you?
Uh... around 23, I guess.
Wow! Well, that is just incredible!
And, I mean, she seems so talented,
having her own art gallery and all.
You are one lucky girl, Ms. Kerry Anderson.
And not to mention, you now
have the best party planner
on the West Coast, playing
for your team now, too.
Thank you.
Well, I brought some ideas
for you to take a look at.
Wow!
[chuckles] This stuff looks really great.
And teal is my favorite
color. How did you know?
I had no idea. I just love it, too.
Wait, you didn't get Nicole,
Frank and Native Gem
to sponsor this, did you?
Everyone at school
totally loves these brands.
One of the designers at
Native Gem is a friend of mine
and married to an assemblyman, so I thought
that we would have a raffle at the entry.
Thank you, Lindy. Oh, my
God. This is gonna be so cool.
-Mom, you have to see this.
-It's amazing. I heard.
I didn't realize you
were so well connected.
She wants to have a real
dance, just like the one I wanted,
with a live DJ and everything.
And... take a look here.
It'll be just like having
your own junior prom,
but as a sophomore.
Oh, that is, is great, expensive...
Kerry, honey, how many
people were you thinking
of having at this party, anyway?
I think the house realistically
could probably hold 30, maybe 40, max.
Oh, no!
You don't wanna have a sweet sixteen
here at the house.
High-schoolers can get crazy,
so, no, we'll rent a venue
like a-a wedding venue or a big estate
and it'll just be fabulous.
Yeah, who's gonna pay for it? I don't know.
I'm kidding. Okay, look.
You know, we probably have a couple
of thousand dollars put towards this.
The, um, gallery budget is kinda
killing us these days.
How about if I promise
that on a budget of $2000...
I can throw Kerry the
sweet sixteen of the century?
Can we agree on that?
Okay.
[laughs]
-Okay.
[instrumental music]
So, what do we think about Lindy?
Is she as great as Kerry says she is?
Well, she swears that the
budget won't be a problem,
but I can't help thinking that
this party planner's gonna
end up costing us a lot
more than we wanna spend.
Ah, well, I'm sure it'll all work out.
You may just have to
remind her that our daughter
isn't some birthday diva. Nope.
I mean, all she wants to do is have fun
with her friends, is that right?
Yeah, that's what I thought
until Lindy got her all worked up
and now I'm, I'm just not so sure.
All right.
It should be fun.
Goodnight.
Goodnight.
Someone called party planner?
Lindy, what are you doing here?
Well, I told you I wanted to check out
one of your drill-team practices.
And you must be the BFF, Savannah.
-Yeah. I-I love your car.
-[Lindy] I love your hair.
[laughs] Oh...
So shall we?
-Yeah.
-Yeah.
[indistinct chatter]
[whistle blows] -And
five, six, seven, eight.
Very nice, Misty.
Good form, Savannah.
Kerry, where's the life
in your performance?
I'm sorry, I-I thought I
had the moves down.
Your moves are fine, but where is the life?
[Kerry] I'm, I'm sorry, I-I
don't know what you mean.
[Meadows] You paint, right? [Kerry] Mm-hmm.
So just pretend it's one
of your paintings, only,
your facial expressions and
your movements are there.
All right. To the back.
-[Meadows] Again, ladies!
-[whistle blowing]
[intense music]
Who's that?
-[Savannah] Oh.
[Savannah] That's her
forever crush, Charlie.
Oh. And did we invite our
forever crush to the party?
-No.
-And why not?
Well, aren't we sending out invites?
Yes, but you always
invite a crush in person.
I look all sweaty and gross from practice.
Are you kidding me? This
outfit shows all the right lines.
You just need a little sprucing.
Okay...
Now go over there, call him over
and give him no other
option but to say yes.
Hey, Charlie.
-Kerry? Hey.
-Hey. Um...
My parents are throwing me
this, like, sweet-sixteen party
and I was wondering if you could come.
Oh, uh, sweet sixteen, huh?
So, what, like a, like a party
where we would dance and stuff?
-You know?
-Yes.
Um, yeah, I mean, it's
gonna be the party of the year,
so it would be a real shame
if you couldn't be there.
Oh, yeah? Why is that?
I guess you're just gonna
have to show up to find out.
Well, then it's a date.
And... here's my number.
That way I can hold
you accountable to that.
-See ya.
-Bye.
[instrumental music]
[cell phone chimes]
[Kayla clears throat]
Uh, hey, mom.
-What's up?
-Nothin'. Nothin'.
Just checkin' in. Everything okay?
Yeah, everything's fine.
-Why?
-No. No reason.
I, I just wanted to see
if you wanted to talk
about anything, you know?
Like, school or the party
or, maybe, talking to boys.
Mom, you're being really weird.
There's nothing to talk about. I am fine.
Why are you even asking me that?
No reason. No, I'm just checking in.
I didn't mean to pry. Sorry.
Anyway, I have a last-minute installation
coming into the gallery tomorrow.
So what do you think about
asking Lindy to reschedule?
Why don't I just meet
her tomorrow without you?
I mean, we're just gonna
go over the guest list
and the invitation.
Oh, well...
Okay. Yeah, I suppose that's fine.
Um, why don't you just have
her come here after school?
And I'll meet you as soon as I can.
Cool.
Okay. Goodnight.
Goodnight.
[instrumental music]
Is she seriously trying
to talk to Charlie again?
[ominous music]
[engine starts]
[tires screeching]
[sighs]
[car door shuts]
Oh, I am so sorry, girls.
I totally don't know what happened.
I guess I need to get my brakes looked at.
Or maybe you could try watching the road.
[Lindy] Uh, well, it is
technically a parking lot,
but, okay.
Savannah, Kerry, hi.
Lindy, hey, uh...
This is Misty and May from my team
and this is Charlie.
Uh, guys, this is my party planner.
Charlie! The one who's
been crushin' on you?
You didn't tell me he was so cute.
[laughs]
Uh, thank you. I appreciate that.
It's nice to meet you.
Um, I'm looking forward to the party.
Well, aren't we all?
We're actually just about
to have a go look-see
at a little special something
I've been cooking up
for the birthday girl.
Savannah, Charlie, want a ride?
Oh, no, I'm-I'm good. Thank you, though.
Yeah, I'm, I'm good.
But next time, absolutely.
Okay.
-Shall we, Kerry?
-Uh, uh, okay.
-Uh, I guess, uh, see you.
-See you.
Oh, and just a little observation, Misty.
You should really
lighten up on the eyeliner.
It really ages you.
Too young and pretty
to look so old, you know?
Bye, girls.
[music playing on radio]
[gasps] Oh, my goodness! Who is this?
Um...
Oh!
Oh, well, this is Cher
who must've gotten out of her crate
'cause she's not supposed to be out here.
Bad dog.
When there's no wrong or right
It's a murderous fight
You know, your phone is low on battery,
so I'm just gonna put it on the charger.
-Is that cool?
-Yeah, sure. Thanks.
Oh, she's so cute. I love dogs.
I've always wanted one,
but I can't because I'm allergic.
[Lindy] Oh? Me, too.
But you can't be allergic
to that kind of a dog.
I know. I love her.
Hearts breakdown
[chuckles]
-Okay. Mm-hmm.
-Uh...
Is this, like, real wine?
I don't think that I should.
My, my mom doesn't
let me drink, like, ever.
Okay, come on, it'll be our little secret.
And it's just a little sip.
Plus, we need something for
us to cheers to your birthday.
[chuckles] Okay.
Mm. Mm.
It's one of my favorites.
Now, for the surprise.
Tan-da-da-da!
These are all from
a very fabulous local bakery,
very posh.
[gasps]
I want you to try these,
pick out your favorites
and we will display them at your big bash.
They look delicious. Uh...
[Lindy chuckles]
Mm... Oh, oh, definitely this one.
Yeah? And may I recommend
the macaroons? They are divine.
-Is this vanilla bean?
-Mm-hmm.
That's my favorite!
Well, what a coincidence. Mine, too.
And they're all vegan, gluten-free,
low-calorie, no dairy, no soy.
-Isn't that perfection?
-Mm...
[gasps] Oh, this is my favorite part.
[radio volume turns up]
Come on.[Chuckles]
Better get used to
playing a game that isn't fair
Oh born to battle
Whoo![Laughs]
Look at you! This is gonna be great.
-Practicing for the big bash.
-Oh! I remembered.
The guest list you were asking for.
My darling don't you cry
I'd hold you close
but my hands are tied
God only knows all the reasons why
Hearts breakdown
Just want to top you off a little.
[chuckles]
-[glasses clink]
Let's take a look.
Okay, yeah. You know, I was thinking.
Maybe we should ask
your drill team to perform
a little number at the party,
with you front and center.
What better way to get Charlie's attention
and show off your entire
school your new dance moves?
Well, I love the idea,
but I don't think coach
will be okay with that.
She doesn't really like me that much.
Yeah, I noticed that yesterday.
Why do you think that is?
I don't know.
Maybe it's her history with my mom.
My mom said that she didn't
like her that much, either.
Hm, well, seems strange that
you should have to pay the price
for whatever issues she's still
holding on to with your mother.
-Yeah, you'd think.
-Mm.
Well, you know what,
look, let's, let's just wait.
Maybe she'll warm up to the idea.
So should we get started on the invites?
-Yes.
-Okay.
You ready, Cher?
[door creaking]
-[Kayla] Hey.
-Hey.
I texted you over two hours ago.
-Where have you been?
-Yeah, I'm sorry.
My phone died, and then
when Lindy went to go charge it,
she didn't, like, actually plug it in,
so then it wasn't charging until right now
when we got in the car
and I got your messages.
I thought you had an installation.
I did. And I came home
early to meet you guys.
So you've been with Lindy this whole time?
Yeah.
And why didn't you meet at the house?
I thought we agreed to meet here.
[chuckles] We just went to her house
so that I could sample some dessert options
for the dessert menu.
I mean, it's no big deal.
Is that the only thing
you've been sampling?
'Cause you smell a little
bit like alcohol, honey.
-Have you been drinking?
-No, mom.
I haven't been drinking.
Lindy had one glass of wine
and I had a sip.
She had wine and drove you home?
She had one glass of
wine over two hours ago.
Honey, we practically have
a glass of wine every night...
-Thank you.
-It's not that big of a deal.
Okay, the bottom line is, I don't like it.
And I don't like that you're
being so frivolous about it,
so I need you to tell us the
next time you're gonna be late
and let us know that you're
okay. Do you understand me?
Yes. Yes, ma'am.
May I be excused?
I still have a lot of
homework I need to do.
Fine.
-Goodnight.
-[Kerry] Bye.
What?
Honey, what?
Kerry's a good kid. There's
nothin' to worry about.
And when you talk with her, just make sure
she knows we don't approve.
[scoffs] Oh, trust me, I am making sure
she knows we don't approve.
Good.
[sighs]
It's not just the alcohol, though, Jas.
She's been acting
different lately, in general.
Honey...
[sighs]
She's a teenager. What do you expect?
[chuckles]
You don't think she's
suddenly figured out anything, do you?
Oh, maybe it's time
we just tell her the truth.
No. No.
No, because we both
agreed we wouldn't tell her
till the summer after her sophomore year.
If we told her right now, it
would ruin her entire birthday.
I mean...
And you don't want that, do you?
Of course, I don't want that.
[dramatic music]
[beeps]
"Hi, Lindy, it's too bad
you guys didn't end up here
this afternoon as I'd already
gotten off early to help.
Also, I'm sure you didn't
mean anything by it,
but we would appreciate
you not drinking alcohol
in the presence of our daughter.
It doesn't sit well with us.
We can talk about it
in person if you'd like,
but we just wanted to let
you know upfront so it's clear.
Anyway, thanks for the
work you've done so far.
"Speak soon. Kayla."
Delete.
[sighs]
[Kerry] Uh, Coach Meadows?
I'm sorry to bother you.
Uh, I was just wondering.
I'm having my sweet-sixteen
party the weekend after next
and my party planner
thought that it might be fun
for the team to perform there.
Uh, I was just wondering if,
or what you thought about it
or i-if it was cool with you.
Um, I mean, that sounds great, Kerry,
but the drill team exists
to support the athletes
performing at half-times and pep rallies,
not entertaining at your birthday party.
Besides, do you really think
that you're ready to perform
in front of a crowd? Because
I think you need more time.
Yeah. Yeah, I guess you're right.
I'm sorry that I asked.
Uh, thank you.
[cell phone beeps]
[cell phone beeps]
[dramatic music]
Huh? After-school house
calls with the basketball coach.
[chuckles] Something stinks in suburbia.
[music continues]
[chuckles]
[chuckles]
[gasps]
And he's married.
Oh, Marlow Meadows, you
make it far too easy for me.
[both chuckling]
[laughs]
[footsteps approaching]
Excuse me. Can I help you?
You're Marlow Meadows
and you're Coach Glenn, yes?
I'm sorry, but how do we know you?
We don't, but you know Kerry.
I saw you at the practice the other day.
Look, I don't wanna be here
anymore than either of you
want the coach's wife to know.
I just wanted to show you these.
Okay, then, so as you know,
Kerry wants the drill team to
perform at her sweet sixteen
and now that you've seen what I have here,
you're gonna make that happen
if you want these deleted
after. Do we have a deal?
You're seriously blackmailing
me over some silly little party?
[Lindy] It's not some silly little party.
This is gonna be the party of the year.
And what Kerry wants, I make sure she gets.
Did Kayla put you up to this?
Kayla has nothing to do with this.
This has to do with me, you,
him and his wife, Donna.
Whoa! Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa!
Please don't say anything to my wife.
-I've two kids at home.
-Yeah?
Well, then, maybe you should think about
getting back to them, huh?
All right, well, I've got
places to be, so I've gotta go.
But I look forward to
seeing you both at the party.
Have a lovely evenin'.
Bye!
[Lindy] So what did she say exactly?
Uh, not that one. The neckline's not right.
Well, she just told everyone
that they're doing the dance
at my birthday.
I mean, at first people were confused
because I had told them that they weren't,
but then everyone got super excited.
-[Kerry] It was amazing!
-Wow!
Well, that is amazing.
Yay!
Uh, well, now this'll give
you a chance to show off
your sexy dance moves to Charlie.
Uh, uh, I still need a lot of practice.
It's not perfect yet.
Uh, that one's okay,
but I think we can do
much better than okay.
Here, try this one on.
And anyway, you'll get a
chance to get the moves down.
Why don't you invite the team to
the venue tomorrow to rehearse?
-[Kerry] Really?
-Yeah.
You gotta look at it anyway.
[Kerry] Oh, thanks, Lindy, that's perfect!
Now, you're pretty awesome.
I mean, you're gonna
make a great mom one day.
[Kerry exhales]
-[mellow music]
Hey. Are you okay?
Is it, is it, is it something I said?
No, not at all. It's, uh...
It's just that I, um
recently found out that I
can't actually have children, is all.
Lindy.
[music continues]
I'm-I'm so sorry.
I, um...
I was pregnant for
a short period,
but then I lost the baby.
I couldn't get pregnant again after.
That is so awful.
But, hey
there's lots of different kinds of options
for having kids these days.
You can still be a mom.
Yeah. Thank you.
And it's just been so nice being able
to plan this party with you.
It's kind of like having
my own adopted daughter.
[both laughing]
Well, I think that's a
really healthy outlook.
Yeah.
[instrumental music]
Uh, oh, wow!
I think that's the one.
-Really?
-Yes.
I mean, it's really pretty.
But, uh, did you see the tag?
It's way, way outside the
budget my mom set for the dress...
Pshh! Hush! I got the difference.
-What? No!
-I insist!
You want the perfect party,
you need the perfect dress.
Now, if we just take
it in a little bit here,
and voila!
Oh... Thank you, Lindy.
You know, it's funny.
You kind of look like
you could be my daughter.
[laughs]
-Oh, funny, huh?
[both laughing]
Officially had a boyfriend
or would this be the first?
[laughs]
-Um...
-Hi, mom.
-Hi, guys. Oh...
Wait, you didn't try on
dresses already, did you?
Oh, I'm so sorry,
but we have to get this
to the tailor's by 6:00
if we want it in time for the party.
They have a one-week turnaround.
Oh, I-I didn't... Nobody told me that.
Well, can we at least see the thing?
Yeah, I'll send you a screenshot, okay?
Okay, well, I gotta go.
I don't wanna hit traffic.
I don't wanna be late, so I'll
see you tomorrow at the venue
after school, say, 3:30 for rehearsal?
-Perfect.
-[Lindy] Okay, great.
-Okay, bye.
-[Kerry] Bye!
Bye!
[chuckles] -What the hell was that?
You guys are gonna
love the dress, seriously.
-Hopefully more than I love her.
-Yeah.
[upbeat music]
No I don't wait for tomorrow
No I won't give it a break
Don't need to beg steal or borrow
Watch me as I walk this way
I'm busy buildin' an empire
Don't really care what they say
I'm only here for a good time
Drown 'em out like namaste
Not so firm that's a take control
All my visions are set in stone...
Yeah, I know. Ugh, he was so ugly.
Okay, talk to you later. Oh, bye.
You will never guess what happened.
-What?
-The police stopped by earlier.
Asking about that party
planner we interviewed.
-Dulcie?
-Yeah. What about her?
Apparently, she was murdered.
-What?
-Yeah. The other night.
And your cell and the gallery's numbers
were the last numbers she called,
so they wanted to know what we knew.
What did you tell them?
That we tried to hire her
and never heard back.
-Now I know why.
-Wow!
Do they know what happened?
Said it was a home-invasion robbery
gone bad.
Huh! That is just awful!
Right? Should we tell Kerry?
Mm, I don't know. Maybe we shouldn't.
I don't wanna make things
worse than they already are.
What can be worse than Lindy? Ugh!
Hate that fake smile she puts on.
"Oh, will send you a screenshot, okay?
And I have to run,
otherwise I'll hit traffic."
Right, she's probably the only
person who wouldn't feel bad
about what happened to poor Dulcie.
Oh, God, no! Hate her.
Come on, girls, this way. All right.
Right this way...
Stop.
Surprise!
Oh, my God!
Lindy, this place is incredible!
-I'm so glad you like it.
-Like, wow!
This is way better than
where you had yours, Misty.
Yeah, it's pretty dope.[Laughing]
But I guess we could celebrate, huh?
What? Savannah said Lindy wouldn't mind.
Okay, uh, I didn't see anything.
Just have fun and don't get wasted.
You girls have to
rehearse your routine later.
Uh? Oh, you're not joining them?
No, I'm coming with you. I
wanna check this place out.
Okay, look, I don't usually drink,
but when I do, I do it for
my friend's birthday, so...
-[Misty] Cheers.
-Thank you.
Cheers.
[Shonda] You know what I think?
I think you should take
the next couple of days off
and go take care of your girl.
You don't need a party planner.
What? What are you talking about?
I can finish getting everything ready here
for the opening, you go help Kerry
with the rest of the party preppin'
like you know you want to.
She only turns 16 once.
Uh, I don't know. Are you
sure? There's so much to be...
Yeah, and I love me some overtime.
So go, go on. Go check
out the venue and stuff.
Make sure that Lindy girl
isn't blowing your entire budget.
[laughs] Okay.[Shonda chuckles]
You don't have to tell me twice.
[Shonda] Good. I'm the boss now.
[laughs] Okay.
Five, six, seven, eight.
One, two, three, four,
five, six, seven, eight.
Big smiles, girls.
One, two, three, four,
five, six, seven...
Kayla! Uh, s-so nice of you to join us.
-This place is amazing!
-I know, right?
I-I got a pretty great steal on this venue.
Mom, hey! I didn't know
that you were coming.
I thought you had a big artist
coming to the gallery today.
Well, I actually have some great news.
Shonda offered to finish
up the rest of the installation
for the opening, so I am all
yours to help with the party.
Oh. Well, that-that was so nice of Shonda.
And, actually, that's
really great news, Kayla,
because we could totally use
your help decorating this place.
Um, Kerry, why don't you show her around?
Yeah, mom, come here, um...
In here and in this...
[crickets chirping]
[Shonda humming]
-[hammering]
Pah!
[helicopter whirring]
[door shuts]
[dramatic music]
Hello?
[inhales sharply]
Oh, rate card.
[mumbles]
[switch clicks]
Kayla?
[gasping]
Oh, my God.
Who's there?
[screaming] Oh, my God!
Oh, my God...
Ah!
[Shonda groans]
[exhales sharply]
Jason, hi. How are you?
-Uh, not good.
-Everything all right?
Uh, you know, Shonda, Kayla's assistant,
uh, she was attacked
last night at the art gallery.
Oh, my God! I-i-is everything okay?
Uh, we think so. Looks
like just a nasty concussion.
They're doing more tests
tonight, so Kayla wants to go
down there now and check her out.
Oh...
-Lindy. Hey.
-Oh, sweetie.
Okay. Thank you,
Miranda. We'll see you soon.
That was her sister.
She said Shonda's awake.
I am so sorry to hear about all this.
Do you guys know who did it?
No, no, um, whoever it was,
clearly wanted this new
piece that we got in though,
because
we had this up-and-coming
artist and they took it.
Uh, you know, I never
should have let her stay there
by herself that late.
Honey, don't say that.
You couldn't have known.
Okay. We have to get going.
-Okay?
-All right.
Well, do you want me to come, too?
Oh, my gosh. That's right.
We're supposed to pick up the decorations.
I... You guys go on ahead, okay?
-I'm sorry, I can't.
-Uh, don't...
-Don't even worry about it.
-Hey.
Do you mind watching her until we get back?
Dad, I'm nearly 16.
And they're just lookin' out
for you, of course.
I will guard her as if she were my own.
-I'm sorry, honey. Thanks.
-[Jason] Thank you.
Uh, tell Shonda that I
hope she feels better.
[Lindy] Oh.
[mellow music]
All I'm sayin' is that you need to be smart
when choosin' your mate.
You mean... only date a man with money?
[laughs] No. Of course not.
[chuckles]
Now, look, you're only in high school.
All I'm sayin' is that
the decisions that you
make now with boys
can have an affect on
you later in life as well.
I mean, no one knows better than me.
I got caught up
with the wrong boy in high school and
it took me a long time to grow up
and realize what I deserved.
Now, I like Charlie,
but I'm just sayin' that
you have to be realistic.
[chuckles]
Okay. Thanks, mom.
[laughing]
Oh, is this it?
Yeah, these are all the family albums
down to the year I was born.
Okay, well, we're gonna
wanna pull about 40 to 50 pics
for the collage... So let's have a look.
[clears throat]
Huh?
Seems strange...
There's not any photos from your birth.
It's kind of weird.
Huh.
[Lindy] Then maybe you were adopted.
I mean, you don't really look
that much like Kayla or
that much like your father,
for that matter.
[laughs] I'm teasin'!
I'm sure they're in a, a
separate special album
or something from the hospital.
Yeah.
Maybe.
[instrumental music]
-Hey, hon.
-Hi.
What's goin' on?
I was just pulling photos for the collage
that Lindy's projecting at the party.
How's Shonda?
She's good.
She's barking orders at the nurses
and, um, she's eating.
So I think she's gonna be just fine.
[chuckles] Yeah.
How was the venue?
Mm. It's perfect.
[Kayla sighs]
-[Jason] Good.
[Kayla] Well, that's great.
Um, we are so tired, honey, um...
We're gonna go to bed, okay?
I'll make you breakfast in the morning.
There aren't any photos of
me with you guys at the hospital
when I was born.
Why not?
Mom?
Dad?
Where are my birth photos?
Honey...
It was always our intention to tell you
after your sixteenth
birthday, that's always...
Tell me what?
[voice breaking] Honey, you were ours.
When you were less than a
month old, you were ours...
I am adopted?
[Kayla] You've always been ours.
I am adopted?
And you both kept it from me.
And now there's nothing
that can be said anymore.
[stammering]
You know, I always wondered
why I wasn't as good an artist as you, mom,
and why I didn't have
your hair and your skin!
[sobbing] Well, honey,
you're an amazing artist.
Why I didn't have any
of dad's features at all!
And now I know
that the people who are
supposed to be my family,
the people who lied to me,
weren't even my family at all.
[sobbing] Oh, God...
Pot of gold
Show me what I don't know
Where do the flowers grow
Like home...
Ker?
Searching for anything
Kerry, honey?
Put all my fear to sleep
Let go
Seas are rising
Stormy skies are colored
With the wind
Silver lining
Always finding
I'm really sorry to come here, it's...
I think Savannah just fell asleep
because she didn't answer my text.
Hey.
You do not apologize.
I am here for you always.
You know that.
Don't lose your faith
Your will to try
'Cause in the end you'll find a way
Innocence
That's what I had back then
Worries they always came and went
Honey, you need to eat.
Well, you didn't eat Sunday,
you didn't eat yesterday.
-You're not eating at all.
-Honey, I'm not hungry, okay?
I... Okay, but you need to eat something.
Even through the darkest valleys
Um... Ahem. Okay, I'm gonna go to work.
All right? Thank you for the coffee.
Yeah, you're welcome.
[sighs] Have a nice day.
[indistinct singing]
Kerry, hey. Are you okay?
You seemed off today.
Uh, yeah.
You went to school with my mom,
so you probably knew that
I was adopted, didn't you?
Everyone knew, except me.
Kerry, your mom was a really kind and sweet
and beautiful girl in school.
Everyone loved her and she
intimidated the hell out of me,
so I didn't always make things easy on her.
I hoped you making the team
and making you one of my best
would help to make up for that.
Kerry, I'm sure that your mother loves you
as if you were her own.
Yeah, but I'm not, so...
Kerry?
[dramatic music]
How did Kerry find out
about her parents, anyway?
Apparently, she and Lindy were
going through some old photos.
Lindy wanted to create a collage
and she couldn't find
any baby photos of Kerry,
like, anywhere.
[crickets chirping]
[wine sloshing]
Hey!
Why does it say Lowe on
the back of Cher's dog tag?
Oh, um...
That was my maiden name.
-Okay.
-Okay.
So why don't we, um,
order some yummy takeout
and make a playlist for the DJ?
You know, I, I should
probably be getting home
before my parents freak
out again and start calling me.
[Lindy] What, are we being, like,
considerate of their feelings now
even though they weren't
considerate of yours?
I'm sorry. That was out of line, I just...
[sighs]
-I'm just still upset for you.
-It'll be fine.
I mean, I'm still not talking to them,
but... uh,
still I should probably be getting home.
[engine revving]
[eerie music]
[exhales]
Marlow?
What are you doing here?
I wanted to talk to you.
A couple of years out
of college, I assumed,
you adopted a baby girl.
You were suddenly posting
baby photos on social media
without ever having
posted you were pregnant.
I didn't realize you followed me.
Technically, I didn't, but I did.
Um, anyway, you had just
bought a, a beautiful house
with your husband, and
you both looked very happy,
and I was happy for you, believe it or not.
I mean, maybe I was,
well, a little jealous.
I've always been jealous of you.
-Especially, back in school.
-What?
Marlow, you were the
most popular, beautiful girl
in school.
Why would you ever be jealous of me?
Well, people liked me because I was pretty
and fun to gossip about.
People liked you because you were kind
and artistic
and you cared about things that mattered.
Your daughter, she's like
you, she wants to help people
and she is, she's good
at anything she does.
She is your daughter through and through.
-You know that.
-Thank you.
[sighs] Unfortunately, she's
not talking to me right now.
I'm sorry to hear that.
Well, I hope she comes around.
Anyway, the reason that
I stopped by is to tell you
that I think you need to be very careful
around your party planner.
What?
Why would you say that?
Did something happen?
Um, she threatened to
expose an affair I was having
with a married co-worker
and have us both fired
if I didn't let the dance
team perform in Kerry's party.
When?
Last week she trespassed on my property
and antagonized us like a crazy person.
[dramatic music]
Wow! I-I, uh...
I mean, that's crazy, I knew she was rigid
in her party planning, but threatening you?
Yeah, yeah, I know. It does sound crazy.
And that's why I wanted
to tell you the truth
about everything else first.
I really don't think you should
trust her around your daughter.
[dramatic music]
[laptop keys clacking]
[sighs]
-Yes. Thank you.
-[Charlie] Thank you.
-[Kerry] Mm.
-Oh.
You seem better today.
Did you finally talk to your parents?
No, but I did finally get some sleep.
Thank you, guys, for being so sweet
and checking on me so much.
You're welcome.
Maybe now you can talk to your mom
so she'll stop texting
me to check in on you.
I'm gonna have to talk
to them eventually, huh?
Yes, you are.
You so sure about that?
Well, I mean, they've only
been lying to you for, what,
the past 15 years.
-Hi, guys.
-Uh, Lindy, hey.
Oh... Uh, what are you doing here?
Today is the day we try on your dress.
For the party. You didn't forget, did you?
I'm, um, I'm so sorry.
I, I totally forgot. Uh...
Guys, I'll-I'll see you later.
-Bye.
-Yeah, yeah.
-I'll text you later.
-Okay.
Bye.
-Uh, that was weird.
-[Charlie] Yeah.
Do you think she followed
us here after school?
I don't know, I mean, unless she has a GPS
tracking device on Kerry's phone.
At this point, I wouldn't be surprised.
Well, uh, that lady gives me the creeps.
Yeah, I really liked her at first,
but, I mean, now... What was that?
-That was weird.
-You should text her mom.
Are you sure
you're okay now?
[sighs] Yeah, I'm fine.
I just have to talk to
my mother now is all.
Why are you still calling
her that? Your mother.
Because she is.
I mean, despite everything that's happened.
I just, I-I don't, I don't
wanna ruin anything
for the party, you know?
[door opens]
Lindy, hi, um, I'm not sure why
what's happening with our
family is any of your business.
But can you tell me where you've had
my daughter for the last three hours?
Sure, we just went to pick up her dress
and then we grabbed a quick salad.
Well, you didn't tell us any of that.
You also didn't tell us you were dropping
her off last night either, so...
Well, she needed to work
on her routine last night
and someone needed to help her.
I know she wasn't speaking to you, so...
Kerry, honey, is all of this true?
Of course, mom. Why wouldn't it be?
Just wondering, 'cause,
uh, Lindy's been hiding
some other things from us.
Oh, I'm keeping secrets hidden now?
[scoffs] That's rich.
Yeah, mom. What are you talking about?
Apparently, Lindy here
threatened one of your teachers
at your school and used
you as her reason for doing it.
I have no idea what you're talking about.
That's ludicrous! Just another lie.
Lindy, we appreciate everything you've done
to get this party ready,
but we're gonna take it from here.
Yeah. We're done.
Kerry, wait. Just give
me a second to explain.
It-it meant nothing, okay, it was...
Lindy, remove your hand from my daughter
before I remove it myself.
You're fired.
[door lock clicks]
[Kerry on voicemail] This
is Kerry. Leave a message.
Hey, Kerry. Hi. It's Lindy.
I just wanted to call and apologize
for what happened earlier.
It's all just a big misunderstanding.
Look, I know that I've been
a little off with you lately
and I'm sorry, it's just that,
you know, ever since I lost the baby,
it has just been so nice getting
to spend this time with you
and getting closer to you.
Please, forgive me, Kerry.
Okay? We'll talk soon, okay?
Okay, so call-call you
back in a little bit, all right?
Bye.
[intense music]
[knocking on door]
-Come in.
-Hi.
-Hey.
[Kayla] Can we talk?
I wanted...
I needed to apologize
for not telling you sooner.
Well, you did what you
thought you had to do.
And... I thought about it, too,
and there's not really a right time, huh?
No.
I love you, mom. And dad, too.
And I really missed our
breakfast this week together.
Especially, dad's cooking.
[both chuckling]
Don't lie.
Come here.
Oh, babe.
-Oh, God.
-What?
It's Lindy again.
[sighs] Can I have a ride home?
Duh. Come on.
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday dear Kerry-berry
Happy birthday to you
[gasps] Yay!
Guys, my birthday is tomorrow.
Yeah, we know, but since
you'll be having so much fun
in your big birthday bash tomorrow,
you're not gonna have any
time for dear old mom and dad.
We thought we'd like to
celebrate it with you tonight
here, so, um...
Here, I made you a cupcake,
uh, from scratch, so enjoy.
Mm!
[Jason] She likes it. Told ya.
-Dad, it's... it's delicious.
-Yeah, yeah.
-I know it is.
-That really hits the spot.
Is that what I think it is?
Go ahead, open it.
Open it, open it.
[clears throat]
You wanted a birth photo of you and me.
That's as real as it felt.
Hey, and you guys are, uh, real parents
as, as any birth parent could ever be,
but, to me, even more so.
-Huh? Come on. Yeah.
-Come right here.
[all chuckling]
All right. Hold on, let's
capture the moment.
-Dad...
-I know. Ready?
Oh, don't worry about it.
This is your good side, isn't it?
-We won't post it. It's okay.
-All right, in three.
And two...
[dramatic music]
You're never gonna leave Kayla.
Well, then,
I guess, Kayla is gonna have to leave you.
[Meadows] We should never
have been seeing each other,
to begin with. You're married.
[sighs]
I know, but not anymore.
We've got our jobs to think
about and you have got a family
that you need to focus on.
Mm...
I gotta go. Goodnight.
[intense music]
Hello?
Hello?
[floorboard creaking]
Hello?
[muffled screaming]
[dramatic music]
[dramatic music]
[screaming]
I wish it could've been different.
[crickets chirping]
-How is everything? Yeah?
-It's pretty good.
[Charlie] Excited. [Jason]
It's good to meet you.
Yeah.
Sometimes I feel
Feel like my dreams
Might be dreams forever
O-o-oh
And sometimes I think
that I've really been...
[Jason] Oh, wow, honey.
-You look, uh...
-[Charlie] Absolutely stunning.
-Thank you.
-Yeah.
Yes, what he said, exactly. Um...
Uh, have you heard from mom?
Oh, no, no. Not yet.
I'm sure she got held up at the gallery.
Do you think that we should go down there?
No, of course not.
No, don't be silly. Go to the party.
I'll just wait here for her
in case she needs me.
It's not a big deal. Do
you mind drivin' her?
-Can I trust you?
-Of course.
[cell phone beeps]
-Ah, hold, hold on.
Well, this is her.
Uh, "Sorry I'm behind.
About to come home to get ready.
Go to the party without me. Be there ASAP."
Okay, well, I guess we're goin' together.
[indistinct chatter]
[music playing on stereo]
[cell phone beeps]
[dramatic music]
[groaning]
[panting]
[grunting]
[muffled groaning]
[muffled groaning]
[laughing]
-Ah, it's so beautiful.
-It's really nice.
Oh, wow.
Wow, Kerry, you look beautiful.
Gorgeous, like a princess.
Oh, no, no, no.
[gasps]
Now she looks like a princess.
-Happy birthday. Of course.
-Thank you.
-Are you girls ready to slay?
-[Misty] Uh, yeah.
The party's waiting for you.
-Okay. I'm coming.
-All right, let's go.
[muffled groaning]
[gasping] Oh, no! Oh, my God!
[groaning]
-Are you okay?
-Oh, that bitch is nuts!
-Here.
-Ah!
-Ow!
-I'm sorry!
Ah!
[grunting]
[sobbing]
[breathing heavily]
-[Kayla] Did she say why?
-She's crazy!
We have to find my phone and call the cops.
What's it about me that you keep
Every little dirty secret about me?
About me about me...
Excuse me, little creep.
Give me that. This is
Kerry's sweet sixteen.
And I'm not about to let anyone ruin it.
So get out of here
before I have you arrested
for minor in possession.
Where are you now?
Hey.
Hey.
That one's from me.
-Lindy?
-I almost didn't come.
But... I needed to apologize to you
in person.
I feel really bad about what
happened the other night.
I just wanted tonight to be perfect is all.
Yeah, no. It's, it's fine that you came.
Um, you put this all together,
and it's really, really nice.
It means a lot.
[chuckles]
Well, I'm so glad you like it.
How's Cher?
-[Lindy] Oh, um...
She's good.
She misses you.
She'd love it if you'd stop by.
Yeah, um, maybe next week.
That would be lovely.
Go on.
Open it.
-A-are you sure?
-Yeah.
[chuckles] Okay.
[chuckling]
[instrumental music]
Oh...
Lindy, it's... it's beautiful. Thank you.
I got it quite some time ago.
[sighs] It's, uh, priceless.
Practically an antique now.
[chuckles]
Oh...
Go. Go get ready.
Get out there. I'm excited to see the show.
[laughing]
You look beautiful.
[chuckles]
[intense music]
Kerry, are you ready for the most fun
you'll have your entire life?
Yes!
["Beautiful Mess" playing]
You got your shake
on flying high as a kite
You got your gaze on party every night
Blood-shot eyes still hypnotize
You're livin' your life for a good time
Pink champagne all over
Drink fifteen still sober
It's night and day a
life you can't escape
When everybody knows your name
You play so hard can't get no rest
'Cause we're all beautiful beautiful
We're all just a beautiful mess
Don't really care if you're impressed
'Cause we want more
won't settle for less
'Cause we're all beautiful beautiful
[applauding]
[laughing]
[Savannah] Uh, whoa...
Um, can you just keep the party going?
-Ker, wh-wh-where are you going?
-I'm, uh... Just...
Just keep everyone going.
And I'll be back as soon as...
No, no, no, Kerry,
Kerry. It's your big day.
What... Come...
[Savannah] It's good, it's
good. Let's get the music going.
[dramatic music]
I cannot believe she
stole this painting, too.
[Meadows] Shit, my phone's not in here.
That means she's the
one who attacked Shonda
that night at the gallery.
[gasps]
Both of you,
stay right there.
Run!
[intense music]
[music continues]
[Charlie] Kerry, where are you going?
I-I need to follow Lindy.
What? Why? What...
-Something's not right.
I think that she has my mom's phone.
-I-I-I need to follow her.
-Okay, well, I-I'll drive.
Okay. I'm gonna text my dad.
Wait, do we need a... Do we need a weapon?
[music continues]
What do we do?
We need to go around
this side of the house,
around this side.
-Okay. Yeah.
-Is she gone?
[intense music]
[gasping]
-Oh, no!
[grunts]
Is it open?
-Yes.
-Okay, okay.
Shh...
[sobbing]
Move back this way.
Lindy... please.
Look what you did to
Marlow. You're not a killer.
-No?
-No.
Why don't you ask my
dead husband about that
or that lame-ass party planner
you tried to hire over me?
Sometimes we have no choice.
If you fire that gun out here,
the neighbors will call the police.
Yeah, exactly, and all
they're gonna find is this gun
in Marlow's dead hand with
your body slumped over it.
But, Lindy, that's not
Marlow's gun. That's your gun.
Wrong!
It's yours.
Or did you not check all
the things I got petty cash for
while party planning, huh?
You know, it's amazing.
You can get just the right
amount of cash needed
to get a gun on the black market
which your glove box
will confirm receipt of.
And Marlow just barely
got this gun away from you
before you were left with no
choice but to snap her neck
with the rope on that obnoxious whistle.
Hey, Lindy!
[gunshot]
[screaming]
-[grunting]
Charlie, are, are you okay?
Yeah. Yeah.
[grunting]
[Lindy] Kerry...
Kerry, you don't wanna shoot
your poor mother now, do you?
No, but I-I will shoot you.
Kerry...
Don't you see?
I am your mother.
-What?
-What?
-No...
-Yes!
I am her mother.
Kerry
is my daughter.
See, I gave you up when I was 16.
I didn't want to.
It was right before my own sweet sixteen
and my mother made me.
That ballerina snow globe that I gave you,
that was the first thing
that I ever bought you,
and the only thing that I had left of you
until I finally found you again.
But that's impossible.
My husband, he had connections
to the California Birth Records Office,
so I was able to find you fairly easily.
But you told me you couldn't have kids!
That's right, sweetheart. I can't now.
Right before my husband died,
I found out I have secondary infertility.
So, Kerry
sweetheart, you, honey,
are the only child
that I'll ever have.
Lindy
she's the only child I'll ever have, too.
She's my daughter, too.
You need help. We can get you help.
Let us help you, please.
The only thing I need
is my baby girl back.
[grunts]
Kayla!
Charlie, are you okay?
Well, uh, go.
-Oh, my God.
-Oh, God.
-Are you okay?
-Uh-huh.
-Oh, my God.
-What?
[Kerry] Is she dead?
Is she dead?
[Kayla] I, I think so.
[instrumental music]
I got some wine, great. Isn't it amazing?
Don't forget to get
some food. It's over there.
Thank you so much for coming. Yes!
Fabulous, right? Yes.
What an amazing turnout.
-Right?
-Yeah.
-Good job.
-Team work.
-Hey.
-Hey, Charlie.
-It's good to see you.
-Good to see you, too.
She's right over there.
-Hey.
-Hey, you came.
I did.
-Is this one of yours?
-Yeah, that's mine.
It only took me the rest
of the semester to finish it.
-Wow, Kerry, it's gorgeous!
-Thank you.
Yeah, it's-it's really incredible.
Thank you.
You know, I think she does get
her artistic talent from me.
No doubt about that, mom.
-Aw...
-Aw...
[chuckling]
[instrumental music]
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
[instrumental music]
What was it about me that you keep
Every little dirty secret about me?
About me about me
What was it about me that you keep
Every little thing that
happened low-key?
Low-key low-key...
Signals wave across the sky
Across that isolated skyline
O-o-oh o-o-oh oh
O-o-oh
Are you running away again
And trying to put the proof away?
O-o-oh o-o-oh oh
O-o-oh
[music continues]
Can you feel my heartbeat?
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday dear Tess
Happy birthday to you
[man] Yay! Yay! [Woman] Whoo-hoo!
[applauding]
[crickets chirping]
Oh...
[sniffles]
Hey, what's wrong?
You heard what the doctor said.
Well, so, maybe we get
a second opinion, hm?
Griff, she was the second opinion.
[sighs]
[sighs] Well
did you hear everyone tonight?
They think we're having
kids, like, tomorrow.
Everyone knows we're trying.
So...
Maybe we adopt.
[chuckles] Celebrities adopt.
Politicians create
bloodlines. You know this.
All right. So... how about
we hire a surrogate?
All right, so I'm supposed to
pay some woman we barely know
how much to help you do your job?
Excuse me?
The last time I checked, my only job
was to be a good wife and
to become a good mother!
I can still do that.
Yeah.
Well,
apparently, you can't.
What is that supposed to mean?
-Where are you going?
-To have a nightcap.
Or three. And figure
out what to do about us.
What to do about us?
Wh-what does that mean?
It means I don't know if I
wanna be with someone
who can't have my kids.
That's not a part of
the deal I signed on for.
You know, when I first
met you, I always knew
you were a shallow prick!
But then I thought,
"Maybe I could fix him."
But, apparently, assholes can't be fixed!
Yeah.
Well, at least we can thank my mother
for insisting on that pre-nup.
[intense music]
[Lindy screaming]
[indistinct chatter]
[whistle blows]
Okay, sophomores, thank you.
Oh. See you soon. Thank you.
I think we have to go
with Carrington, right?
I mean, we don't have anything
like her in the opening lineup.
Got it.
Guess what?
Early acceptance to a university,
driving distance from home.
-Mom...
-[Kayla] You made it.
I made it.
-Congratulations.
-You made what?
-The drill team.
-Oh, my gosh!
Girl's got some moves!
This calls for celebration.
I'm ordering you and take-out tonight.
Oh, Shonda, honey, that's really sweet.
-But you don't have to do that.
-Oh, I'm not paying for it.
Your new gallery budget's paying for that.
[laughs] Hey...
So did Ms. Meadows sing you any praises?
Ah, praises? No.
She hardly game me a head-nod,
but that was a first, so I'll take it.
[chuckles] Yeah. Your
dad's gonna be so proud!
Oh, oh. Hi, hi-hi, yeah. Hello. Hello.
So what does that even mean?
I mean, practice after school?
You're gonna need a car or something? Hm?
Dad, don't tease unless you mean it.
-Well...
-Yeah, honey, don't tease.
She hasn't even taken driver's ed yet.
I know, but I'm going
to be able to next month.
Because you know what else?
Hm.
I'm turning 16 in October.
Oh, 16!
Our little one's growing up so fast.
-Don't remind me.
-Where does the time go?
You will always be a little girl to me.
Don't forget it.
So is that what you really want? A car?
Because we did talk, if
she kept her grades up,
we would get her one.
Well, I was hoping
that you guys might consider throwing me
a sweet-sixteen party, instead.
I-I mean, Misty and May on my team,
both had theirs last year
and they were asking if I'm having one.
When did you become Miss Social?
Come on, mom, is it so bad
that I wanna have a little
fun while I'm still in school?
Besides, I was hoping to make it a benefit,
so to help raise money for kids
in my class who need assistance
paying for their college
applications next year.
Did you just hear that?
That's our daughter.
Good for you. Yeah.
Okay, fine.
If you want a sweet-sixteen party,
we will throw you a sweet-sixteen party,
and it will be epic.
-Epic!
-Epic!
Really?
Thanks, mom.
-And dad. Ahem.
-And dad.
Well, I guess we have to find
ourselves a party planner then.
Mm, why can't, why can't you do it?
Honey, you know I'm
not good at party planning
and social stuff.
No, I don't. Why don't you, uh, tell me?
-Our wedding. Remember?
-Mm-hmm.
I sent the cake to the wrong venue,
I hired that One Hit Wonders wedding band.
Honey, you know we
both like One Hit Wonders.
[chuckles]
-Mm-hmm.
Okay, fine.
But you know what? This
gallery opening, I'm just...
I'm kinda slammed, and even
with Shonda, I'm drowning, so...
Uh, it's fine, mom.
If you don't think you have the time,
it's okay.
No, honey, of course, I want to help you
and I wanna be there for
your big day as much as I can.
Um, maybe just from the
sidelines, though, you know,
so I don't ruin your big day.
We are going to find you
the best party planner ever.
My only daughter only turns 16 once.
[laughs]
-Whoo!
That's what I'm talkin' about.
[crickets chirping]
[intense music]
Well, just like kismet,
here we are.
[music continues]
[chiming]
Whoo! Go, Charlie!
How are we doing today, ladies?
Is that the kind of team spirit
you're gonna be delivering
at our first pep rally
in a couple of weeks?
I said, how are you doing today, ladies?
[all cheering]
Okay, that is more like it.
I see we have a few new
faces in our midst this fall.
For sophomores, "Kerry Anderson."
Are you Kayla Crosby's daughter?
Yes, ma'am, she told me
the two of you went
to high school together.
That's right, we did, she was never really
the drill-team type, so I'm
surprised to see you here.
But welcome to the team.
Than-k you, Ms. Meadows.
[Meadows] You guys can all call me coach.
All right then, time to
learn our first routine.
[all cheering]
[sighs]
[whispers] Hold on one second.
Yeah, I just feel like a
sweet-sixteen concept for girls
these days isn't what it used to be.
Nowadays it can't just be some silly dance
where you crown the birthday girl
like an old-school home-coming
coronation or something.
We're talking top 40s cover band
and a severely strict dress
code for everyone in attendance.
A dress code?
No hoochie skirts two inches
above the knee.
No open-toed shoes, no tuxes
or prom dresses or anything tacky
or overall snooty.
I mean, like upscale casual,
but still something you can
hit the ping-pong table wearing.
[Kayla] Ping-pong! I love that idea.
What mother doesn't?
It's a great distraction.
Help all those boys keep
their hands to themselves.
[laughs]
Well, I think I've heard
all I needed to hear.
Kerry, do you have any
other questions for her?
Yeah, no, I'm good. Thanks.
Nice to meet you, Dulcie.
Okay, you're next.
[whispers] Love her.
And this is... Wait, who are you?
Hi. Lindy Shores.
Hi. Kayla Anderson.
This is my daughter Kerry.
-Hi! Nice to meet you.
-Hi.
I love your dress.
Oh! Wow, thank you.
Well, I, I love your shoes.
Oh, thanks. I actually just got them.
My mom said the heel was
a little high, but I disagreed.
Six inches would be a little high,
but two-and-a-half seems just...
Just right.[Laughs]
Okay. Well, they're growing on me, I guess.
-Why don't you sit down, please?
-[Lindy] Thank you.
Wow! Lindy, you have a
very impressive resume.
"Political fund-raisers, campaign banquets,
a re-election gala."
Don't you think you're
just a tad overqualified?
Oh, uh, no. I, I've...
[clears throat] I'm not overqualified.
I've, um, I've also done
kids' birthday parties
and things like that, too.
I only put the political stuff on there
because my husband is, uh
was a congressman.
Oh. I'm really sorry for your loss.
Thank you. It's, um... been a tough year.
Well, it's great that you have
experience with fund-raisers
because I was hoping
that this party could actually
help raise money for kids in my class
who can't pay for their
college applications next year.
[chuckles] Wow, I love that idea, Kerry.
And how kind of you.
That's right up my alley.
Well, why don't you tell us
what else you would suggest
if we decided to hire you?
I do plan on being a part of
the party planning, though,
except, it's not really up my wheelhouse.
I'm usually dealing more
in the modern art world.
Ah.
Okay, well, my aim would be
to give Kerry the most fabulous, classy,
super-special sweet sixteen
that I never had.
And I can assure you that if you hire me,
you will be the envy
of every girl at the party,
have the attention of every boy
and be the talk of
Crestwood High all year long
just as it should be.
[chuckles]
[mumbling]
Feel like maybe I should,
I should've left my card.
Yeah, I'm gonna...
Sorry, I forgot to leave my...
[Shonda] Well, girls, I
don't know about you,
but I'm kinda leaning towards the red-head.
Dulcie does have the best
resume for these kinds of parties.
I mean, she's been doing it for years.
And who else can make a
bunch of bratty teens happy?
I don't mean you when I say that, Ker.
Just your friends.
I-I don't know.
I-I kinda liked Lindy the best.
I mean, she just seems
really into what I'm into.
Okay, um...
Well, how about I see
if I can get Dulcie first?
Lindy seems a little elitist for my taste.
Okay. Yeah, I guess that's fine.
[sighs]
[intense music]
[doorbell rings]
[barks]
-[Dulcie] Shh!
-Dulcie Lowe, yes?
-I'm Dulcie. Can I help you?
You probably don't remember me,
but we ran into each other earlier today.
We were both interviewing
for the party planning position.
-Kerry Anderson...
-Okay.
I'm sorry, how did you even find me?
Oh, uh, well, strangely, I
happened to notice your resume
when I was leaving my card
and saw that we lived on the same street.
Well, I'm actually just, just down there.
Um, t-temporary place while
I get myself back on my feet.
I'm, uh... recently widowed.
Oh. I'm sorry to hear that.
The thing is I just really
need the money right now.
I don't get the life-insurance
money for a while yet
and this job just
it means everything to me.
Well, again, I truly
am sorry for your loss,
but if you're so hard up for cash,
you could try selling that handbag.
It's worth at least
$2000 in mint condition,
which it is.
Right, I could
if this wasn't the last thing
that my husband bought me
before he died.
Clearly, it means too much for me to sell.
Ah. I understand.
Conversely, this job means too much to me
to pass up as well.
I don't really know why you're so worried
when they haven't made a decision, though.
Or did they?
Dulcie, I will give you
half of everything I make, okay?
I just need this job.
Lindy, is it?
Only a crazy person shows
up to a stranger's house,
begging for a job they didn't earn.
Now, if you'll excuse me,
my Malbec is all aired
out and I got to run.
Listen, you don't understand! I need... Ah!
[dog barks]
[sighs]
[doorbell rings]
[dog barks]
-Hush, Cher.
[sighs]
Look. I am begging
you. I'll give you anything.
What's it gonna cost to get this job, okay?
You, a night in jail if you don't leave.
Now, goodbye!
[sighs]
[doorbell rings]
-[Dulcie sighs]
[intense music]
I'm calling the police
if you ring my door again!
Crazy.
[music continues]
What kind of person doesn't feel bad
when someone tells you
their husband was killed?
You are cold and lifeless,
Dulcie. Do you know that?
What the hell do you think you're doing?
How did you even get in here?
Well, it's a stupid place
to hide the key under the little statue.
Okay. You're insane.
-I'm calling the cops on you.
-Dulcie, no. Listen.
Let's just talk this through, okay?
You get out of my house
right now and I'll consider
not having you thrown in jail.
[clears throat]
[music continues]
[door creaking]
[Dulcie screams]
[cell phone chimes]
-Mm...
-Oh, it's the party planner.
-Mm.
What? She says she's unavailable now.
That's weird. She was available yesterday.
Why wouldn't she just answer my call?
Mm. Maybe she got
a, uh, a better job offer.
Does that mean we can
hire the other one I liked?
-Lindy?
-Uh-huh. Yeah. Sure.
I'll call her and see if
she's available to meet here
after school tomorrow.
[ominous music]
[doorbell rings]
Lindy! So good to see you!
Kerry! So wonderful to see you!
I can't believe I'm actually here.
Lindy, hi, welcome.
Won't you join us? I'm
gonna bring tea to the patio.
Great.
[Lindy] So you're a freshman this year?
[Kerry] Sophomore, actually.
Since my birthday is so
early in the school year,
most of my friends are already 16.
-I am the last.
-I loved being 15.
I was on a dance squad way back when.
Really? I just joined drill team.
Oh, how I miss those days!
Well, uh, maybe I'll have to
swing by one of your practices
or something sometime and
see what the new generation's like.
Well, I, I doubt much has changed.
My coach is even old friends with my mom.
They went to high school together.
No way! Ah! Your mom just seems so young.
I can't even believe she has
a daughter your age, anyway.
How old was she when she had you?
Uh... around 23, I guess.
Wow! Well, that is just incredible!
And, I mean, she seems so talented,
having her own art gallery and all.
You are one lucky girl, Ms. Kerry Anderson.
And not to mention, you now
have the best party planner
on the West Coast, playing
for your team now, too.
Thank you.
Well, I brought some ideas
for you to take a look at.
Wow!
[chuckles] This stuff looks really great.
And teal is my favorite
color. How did you know?
I had no idea. I just love it, too.
Wait, you didn't get Nicole,
Frank and Native Gem
to sponsor this, did you?
Everyone at school
totally loves these brands.
One of the designers at
Native Gem is a friend of mine
and married to an assemblyman, so I thought
that we would have a raffle at the entry.
Thank you, Lindy. Oh, my
God. This is gonna be so cool.
-Mom, you have to see this.
-It's amazing. I heard.
I didn't realize you
were so well connected.
She wants to have a real
dance, just like the one I wanted,
with a live DJ and everything.
And... take a look here.
It'll be just like having
your own junior prom,
but as a sophomore.
Oh, that is, is great, expensive...
Kerry, honey, how many
people were you thinking
of having at this party, anyway?
I think the house realistically
could probably hold 30, maybe 40, max.
Oh, no!
You don't wanna have a sweet sixteen
here at the house.
High-schoolers can get crazy,
so, no, we'll rent a venue
like a-a wedding venue or a big estate
and it'll just be fabulous.
Yeah, who's gonna pay for it? I don't know.
I'm kidding. Okay, look.
You know, we probably have a couple
of thousand dollars put towards this.
The, um, gallery budget is kinda
killing us these days.
How about if I promise
that on a budget of $2000...
I can throw Kerry the
sweet sixteen of the century?
Can we agree on that?
Okay.
[laughs]
-Okay.
[instrumental music]
So, what do we think about Lindy?
Is she as great as Kerry says she is?
Well, she swears that the
budget won't be a problem,
but I can't help thinking that
this party planner's gonna
end up costing us a lot
more than we wanna spend.
Ah, well, I'm sure it'll all work out.
You may just have to
remind her that our daughter
isn't some birthday diva. Nope.
I mean, all she wants to do is have fun
with her friends, is that right?
Yeah, that's what I thought
until Lindy got her all worked up
and now I'm, I'm just not so sure.
All right.
It should be fun.
Goodnight.
Goodnight.
Someone called party planner?
Lindy, what are you doing here?
Well, I told you I wanted to check out
one of your drill-team practices.
And you must be the BFF, Savannah.
-Yeah. I-I love your car.
-[Lindy] I love your hair.
[laughs] Oh...
So shall we?
-Yeah.
-Yeah.
[indistinct chatter]
[whistle blows] -And
five, six, seven, eight.
Very nice, Misty.
Good form, Savannah.
Kerry, where's the life
in your performance?
I'm sorry, I-I thought I
had the moves down.
Your moves are fine, but where is the life?
[Kerry] I'm, I'm sorry, I-I
don't know what you mean.
[Meadows] You paint, right? [Kerry] Mm-hmm.
So just pretend it's one
of your paintings, only,
your facial expressions and
your movements are there.
All right. To the back.
-[Meadows] Again, ladies!
-[whistle blowing]
[intense music]
Who's that?
-[Savannah] Oh.
[Savannah] That's her
forever crush, Charlie.
Oh. And did we invite our
forever crush to the party?
-No.
-And why not?
Well, aren't we sending out invites?
Yes, but you always
invite a crush in person.
I look all sweaty and gross from practice.
Are you kidding me? This
outfit shows all the right lines.
You just need a little sprucing.
Okay...
Now go over there, call him over
and give him no other
option but to say yes.
Hey, Charlie.
-Kerry? Hey.
-Hey. Um...
My parents are throwing me
this, like, sweet-sixteen party
and I was wondering if you could come.
Oh, uh, sweet sixteen, huh?
So, what, like a, like a party
where we would dance and stuff?
-You know?
-Yes.
Um, yeah, I mean, it's
gonna be the party of the year,
so it would be a real shame
if you couldn't be there.
Oh, yeah? Why is that?
I guess you're just gonna
have to show up to find out.
Well, then it's a date.
And... here's my number.
That way I can hold
you accountable to that.
-See ya.
-Bye.
[instrumental music]
[cell phone chimes]
[Kayla clears throat]
Uh, hey, mom.
-What's up?
-Nothin'. Nothin'.
Just checkin' in. Everything okay?
Yeah, everything's fine.
-Why?
-No. No reason.
I, I just wanted to see
if you wanted to talk
about anything, you know?
Like, school or the party
or, maybe, talking to boys.
Mom, you're being really weird.
There's nothing to talk about. I am fine.
Why are you even asking me that?
No reason. No, I'm just checking in.
I didn't mean to pry. Sorry.
Anyway, I have a last-minute installation
coming into the gallery tomorrow.
So what do you think about
asking Lindy to reschedule?
Why don't I just meet
her tomorrow without you?
I mean, we're just gonna
go over the guest list
and the invitation.
Oh, well...
Okay. Yeah, I suppose that's fine.
Um, why don't you just have
her come here after school?
And I'll meet you as soon as I can.
Cool.
Okay. Goodnight.
Goodnight.
[instrumental music]
Is she seriously trying
to talk to Charlie again?
[ominous music]
[engine starts]
[tires screeching]
[sighs]
[car door shuts]
Oh, I am so sorry, girls.
I totally don't know what happened.
I guess I need to get my brakes looked at.
Or maybe you could try watching the road.
[Lindy] Uh, well, it is
technically a parking lot,
but, okay.
Savannah, Kerry, hi.
Lindy, hey, uh...
This is Misty and May from my team
and this is Charlie.
Uh, guys, this is my party planner.
Charlie! The one who's
been crushin' on you?
You didn't tell me he was so cute.
[laughs]
Uh, thank you. I appreciate that.
It's nice to meet you.
Um, I'm looking forward to the party.
Well, aren't we all?
We're actually just about
to have a go look-see
at a little special something
I've been cooking up
for the birthday girl.
Savannah, Charlie, want a ride?
Oh, no, I'm-I'm good. Thank you, though.
Yeah, I'm, I'm good.
But next time, absolutely.
Okay.
-Shall we, Kerry?
-Uh, uh, okay.
-Uh, I guess, uh, see you.
-See you.
Oh, and just a little observation, Misty.
You should really
lighten up on the eyeliner.
It really ages you.
Too young and pretty
to look so old, you know?
Bye, girls.
[music playing on radio]
[gasps] Oh, my goodness! Who is this?
Um...
Oh!
Oh, well, this is Cher
who must've gotten out of her crate
'cause she's not supposed to be out here.
Bad dog.
When there's no wrong or right
It's a murderous fight
You know, your phone is low on battery,
so I'm just gonna put it on the charger.
-Is that cool?
-Yeah, sure. Thanks.
Oh, she's so cute. I love dogs.
I've always wanted one,
but I can't because I'm allergic.
[Lindy] Oh? Me, too.
But you can't be allergic
to that kind of a dog.
I know. I love her.
Hearts breakdown
[chuckles]
-Okay. Mm-hmm.
-Uh...
Is this, like, real wine?
I don't think that I should.
My, my mom doesn't
let me drink, like, ever.
Okay, come on, it'll be our little secret.
And it's just a little sip.
Plus, we need something for
us to cheers to your birthday.
[chuckles] Okay.
Mm. Mm.
It's one of my favorites.
Now, for the surprise.
Tan-da-da-da!
These are all from
a very fabulous local bakery,
very posh.
[gasps]
I want you to try these,
pick out your favorites
and we will display them at your big bash.
They look delicious. Uh...
[Lindy chuckles]
Mm... Oh, oh, definitely this one.
Yeah? And may I recommend
the macaroons? They are divine.
-Is this vanilla bean?
-Mm-hmm.
That's my favorite!
Well, what a coincidence. Mine, too.
And they're all vegan, gluten-free,
low-calorie, no dairy, no soy.
-Isn't that perfection?
-Mm...
[gasps] Oh, this is my favorite part.
[radio volume turns up]
Come on.[Chuckles]
Better get used to
playing a game that isn't fair
Oh born to battle
Whoo![Laughs]
Look at you! This is gonna be great.
-Practicing for the big bash.
-Oh! I remembered.
The guest list you were asking for.
My darling don't you cry
I'd hold you close
but my hands are tied
God only knows all the reasons why
Hearts breakdown
Just want to top you off a little.
[chuckles]
-[glasses clink]
Let's take a look.
Okay, yeah. You know, I was thinking.
Maybe we should ask
your drill team to perform
a little number at the party,
with you front and center.
What better way to get Charlie's attention
and show off your entire
school your new dance moves?
Well, I love the idea,
but I don't think coach
will be okay with that.
She doesn't really like me that much.
Yeah, I noticed that yesterday.
Why do you think that is?
I don't know.
Maybe it's her history with my mom.
My mom said that she didn't
like her that much, either.
Hm, well, seems strange that
you should have to pay the price
for whatever issues she's still
holding on to with your mother.
-Yeah, you'd think.
-Mm.
Well, you know what,
look, let's, let's just wait.
Maybe she'll warm up to the idea.
So should we get started on the invites?
-Yes.
-Okay.
You ready, Cher?
[door creaking]
-[Kayla] Hey.
-Hey.
I texted you over two hours ago.
-Where have you been?
-Yeah, I'm sorry.
My phone died, and then
when Lindy went to go charge it,
she didn't, like, actually plug it in,
so then it wasn't charging until right now
when we got in the car
and I got your messages.
I thought you had an installation.
I did. And I came home
early to meet you guys.
So you've been with Lindy this whole time?
Yeah.
And why didn't you meet at the house?
I thought we agreed to meet here.
[chuckles] We just went to her house
so that I could sample some dessert options
for the dessert menu.
I mean, it's no big deal.
Is that the only thing
you've been sampling?
'Cause you smell a little
bit like alcohol, honey.
-Have you been drinking?
-No, mom.
I haven't been drinking.
Lindy had one glass of wine
and I had a sip.
She had wine and drove you home?
She had one glass of
wine over two hours ago.
Honey, we practically have
a glass of wine every night...
-Thank you.
-It's not that big of a deal.
Okay, the bottom line is, I don't like it.
And I don't like that you're
being so frivolous about it,
so I need you to tell us the
next time you're gonna be late
and let us know that you're
okay. Do you understand me?
Yes. Yes, ma'am.
May I be excused?
I still have a lot of
homework I need to do.
Fine.
-Goodnight.
-[Kerry] Bye.
What?
Honey, what?
Kerry's a good kid. There's
nothin' to worry about.
And when you talk with her, just make sure
she knows we don't approve.
[scoffs] Oh, trust me, I am making sure
she knows we don't approve.
Good.
[sighs]
It's not just the alcohol, though, Jas.
She's been acting
different lately, in general.
Honey...
[sighs]
She's a teenager. What do you expect?
[chuckles]
You don't think she's
suddenly figured out anything, do you?
Oh, maybe it's time
we just tell her the truth.
No. No.
No, because we both
agreed we wouldn't tell her
till the summer after her sophomore year.
If we told her right now, it
would ruin her entire birthday.
I mean...
And you don't want that, do you?
Of course, I don't want that.
[dramatic music]
[beeps]
"Hi, Lindy, it's too bad
you guys didn't end up here
this afternoon as I'd already
gotten off early to help.
Also, I'm sure you didn't
mean anything by it,
but we would appreciate
you not drinking alcohol
in the presence of our daughter.
It doesn't sit well with us.
We can talk about it
in person if you'd like,
but we just wanted to let
you know upfront so it's clear.
Anyway, thanks for the
work you've done so far.
"Speak soon. Kayla."
Delete.
[sighs]
[Kerry] Uh, Coach Meadows?
I'm sorry to bother you.
Uh, I was just wondering.
I'm having my sweet-sixteen
party the weekend after next
and my party planner
thought that it might be fun
for the team to perform there.
Uh, I was just wondering if,
or what you thought about it
or i-if it was cool with you.
Um, I mean, that sounds great, Kerry,
but the drill team exists
to support the athletes
performing at half-times and pep rallies,
not entertaining at your birthday party.
Besides, do you really think
that you're ready to perform
in front of a crowd? Because
I think you need more time.
Yeah. Yeah, I guess you're right.
I'm sorry that I asked.
Uh, thank you.
[cell phone beeps]
[cell phone beeps]
[dramatic music]
Huh? After-school house
calls with the basketball coach.
[chuckles] Something stinks in suburbia.
[music continues]
[chuckles]
[chuckles]
[gasps]
And he's married.
Oh, Marlow Meadows, you
make it far too easy for me.
[both chuckling]
[laughs]
[footsteps approaching]
Excuse me. Can I help you?
You're Marlow Meadows
and you're Coach Glenn, yes?
I'm sorry, but how do we know you?
We don't, but you know Kerry.
I saw you at the practice the other day.
Look, I don't wanna be here
anymore than either of you
want the coach's wife to know.
I just wanted to show you these.
Okay, then, so as you know,
Kerry wants the drill team to
perform at her sweet sixteen
and now that you've seen what I have here,
you're gonna make that happen
if you want these deleted
after. Do we have a deal?
You're seriously blackmailing
me over some silly little party?
[Lindy] It's not some silly little party.
This is gonna be the party of the year.
And what Kerry wants, I make sure she gets.
Did Kayla put you up to this?
Kayla has nothing to do with this.
This has to do with me, you,
him and his wife, Donna.
Whoa! Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa!
Please don't say anything to my wife.
-I've two kids at home.
-Yeah?
Well, then, maybe you should think about
getting back to them, huh?
All right, well, I've got
places to be, so I've gotta go.
But I look forward to
seeing you both at the party.
Have a lovely evenin'.
Bye!
[Lindy] So what did she say exactly?
Uh, not that one. The neckline's not right.
Well, she just told everyone
that they're doing the dance
at my birthday.
I mean, at first people were confused
because I had told them that they weren't,
but then everyone got super excited.
-[Kerry] It was amazing!
-Wow!
Well, that is amazing.
Yay!
Uh, well, now this'll give
you a chance to show off
your sexy dance moves to Charlie.
Uh, uh, I still need a lot of practice.
It's not perfect yet.
Uh, that one's okay,
but I think we can do
much better than okay.
Here, try this one on.
And anyway, you'll get a
chance to get the moves down.
Why don't you invite the team to
the venue tomorrow to rehearse?
-[Kerry] Really?
-Yeah.
You gotta look at it anyway.
[Kerry] Oh, thanks, Lindy, that's perfect!
Now, you're pretty awesome.
I mean, you're gonna
make a great mom one day.
[Kerry exhales]
-[mellow music]
Hey. Are you okay?
Is it, is it, is it something I said?
No, not at all. It's, uh...
It's just that I, um
recently found out that I
can't actually have children, is all.
Lindy.
[music continues]
I'm-I'm so sorry.
I, um...
I was pregnant for
a short period,
but then I lost the baby.
I couldn't get pregnant again after.
That is so awful.
But, hey
there's lots of different kinds of options
for having kids these days.
You can still be a mom.
Yeah. Thank you.
And it's just been so nice being able
to plan this party with you.
It's kind of like having
my own adopted daughter.
[both laughing]
Well, I think that's a
really healthy outlook.
Yeah.
[instrumental music]
Uh, oh, wow!
I think that's the one.
-Really?
-Yes.
I mean, it's really pretty.
But, uh, did you see the tag?
It's way, way outside the
budget my mom set for the dress...
Pshh! Hush! I got the difference.
-What? No!
-I insist!
You want the perfect party,
you need the perfect dress.
Now, if we just take
it in a little bit here,
and voila!
Oh... Thank you, Lindy.
You know, it's funny.
You kind of look like
you could be my daughter.
[laughs]
-Oh, funny, huh?
[both laughing]
Officially had a boyfriend
or would this be the first?
[laughs]
-Um...
-Hi, mom.
-Hi, guys. Oh...
Wait, you didn't try on
dresses already, did you?
Oh, I'm so sorry,
but we have to get this
to the tailor's by 6:00
if we want it in time for the party.
They have a one-week turnaround.
Oh, I-I didn't... Nobody told me that.
Well, can we at least see the thing?
Yeah, I'll send you a screenshot, okay?
Okay, well, I gotta go.
I don't wanna hit traffic.
I don't wanna be late, so I'll
see you tomorrow at the venue
after school, say, 3:30 for rehearsal?
-Perfect.
-[Lindy] Okay, great.
-Okay, bye.
-[Kerry] Bye!
Bye!
[chuckles] -What the hell was that?
You guys are gonna
love the dress, seriously.
-Hopefully more than I love her.
-Yeah.
[upbeat music]
No I don't wait for tomorrow
No I won't give it a break
Don't need to beg steal or borrow
Watch me as I walk this way
I'm busy buildin' an empire
Don't really care what they say
I'm only here for a good time
Drown 'em out like namaste
Not so firm that's a take control
All my visions are set in stone...
Yeah, I know. Ugh, he was so ugly.
Okay, talk to you later. Oh, bye.
You will never guess what happened.
-What?
-The police stopped by earlier.
Asking about that party
planner we interviewed.
-Dulcie?
-Yeah. What about her?
Apparently, she was murdered.
-What?
-Yeah. The other night.
And your cell and the gallery's numbers
were the last numbers she called,
so they wanted to know what we knew.
What did you tell them?
That we tried to hire her
and never heard back.
-Now I know why.
-Wow!
Do they know what happened?
Said it was a home-invasion robbery
gone bad.
Huh! That is just awful!
Right? Should we tell Kerry?
Mm, I don't know. Maybe we shouldn't.
I don't wanna make things
worse than they already are.
What can be worse than Lindy? Ugh!
Hate that fake smile she puts on.
"Oh, will send you a screenshot, okay?
And I have to run,
otherwise I'll hit traffic."
Right, she's probably the only
person who wouldn't feel bad
about what happened to poor Dulcie.
Oh, God, no! Hate her.
Come on, girls, this way. All right.
Right this way...
Stop.
Surprise!
Oh, my God!
Lindy, this place is incredible!
-I'm so glad you like it.
-Like, wow!
This is way better than
where you had yours, Misty.
Yeah, it's pretty dope.[Laughing]
But I guess we could celebrate, huh?
What? Savannah said Lindy wouldn't mind.
Okay, uh, I didn't see anything.
Just have fun and don't get wasted.
You girls have to
rehearse your routine later.
Uh? Oh, you're not joining them?
No, I'm coming with you. I
wanna check this place out.
Okay, look, I don't usually drink,
but when I do, I do it for
my friend's birthday, so...
-[Misty] Cheers.
-Thank you.
Cheers.
[Shonda] You know what I think?
I think you should take
the next couple of days off
and go take care of your girl.
You don't need a party planner.
What? What are you talking about?
I can finish getting everything ready here
for the opening, you go help Kerry
with the rest of the party preppin'
like you know you want to.
She only turns 16 once.
Uh, I don't know. Are you
sure? There's so much to be...
Yeah, and I love me some overtime.
So go, go on. Go check
out the venue and stuff.
Make sure that Lindy girl
isn't blowing your entire budget.
[laughs] Okay.[Shonda chuckles]
You don't have to tell me twice.
[Shonda] Good. I'm the boss now.
[laughs] Okay.
Five, six, seven, eight.
One, two, three, four,
five, six, seven, eight.
Big smiles, girls.
One, two, three, four,
five, six, seven...
Kayla! Uh, s-so nice of you to join us.
-This place is amazing!
-I know, right?
I-I got a pretty great steal on this venue.
Mom, hey! I didn't know
that you were coming.
I thought you had a big artist
coming to the gallery today.
Well, I actually have some great news.
Shonda offered to finish
up the rest of the installation
for the opening, so I am all
yours to help with the party.
Oh. Well, that-that was so nice of Shonda.
And, actually, that's
really great news, Kayla,
because we could totally use
your help decorating this place.
Um, Kerry, why don't you show her around?
Yeah, mom, come here, um...
In here and in this...
[crickets chirping]
[Shonda humming]
-[hammering]
Pah!
[helicopter whirring]
[door shuts]
[dramatic music]
Hello?
[inhales sharply]
Oh, rate card.
[mumbles]
[switch clicks]
Kayla?
[gasping]
Oh, my God.
Who's there?
[screaming] Oh, my God!
Oh, my God...
Ah!
[Shonda groans]
[exhales sharply]
Jason, hi. How are you?
-Uh, not good.
-Everything all right?
Uh, you know, Shonda, Kayla's assistant,
uh, she was attacked
last night at the art gallery.
Oh, my God! I-i-is everything okay?
Uh, we think so. Looks
like just a nasty concussion.
They're doing more tests
tonight, so Kayla wants to go
down there now and check her out.
Oh...
-Lindy. Hey.
-Oh, sweetie.
Okay. Thank you,
Miranda. We'll see you soon.
That was her sister.
She said Shonda's awake.
I am so sorry to hear about all this.
Do you guys know who did it?
No, no, um, whoever it was,
clearly wanted this new
piece that we got in though,
because
we had this up-and-coming
artist and they took it.
Uh, you know, I never
should have let her stay there
by herself that late.
Honey, don't say that.
You couldn't have known.
Okay. We have to get going.
-Okay?
-All right.
Well, do you want me to come, too?
Oh, my gosh. That's right.
We're supposed to pick up the decorations.
I... You guys go on ahead, okay?
-I'm sorry, I can't.
-Uh, don't...
-Don't even worry about it.
-Hey.
Do you mind watching her until we get back?
Dad, I'm nearly 16.
And they're just lookin' out
for you, of course.
I will guard her as if she were my own.
-I'm sorry, honey. Thanks.
-[Jason] Thank you.
Uh, tell Shonda that I
hope she feels better.
[Lindy] Oh.
[mellow music]
All I'm sayin' is that you need to be smart
when choosin' your mate.
You mean... only date a man with money?
[laughs] No. Of course not.
[chuckles]
Now, look, you're only in high school.
All I'm sayin' is that
the decisions that you
make now with boys
can have an affect on
you later in life as well.
I mean, no one knows better than me.
I got caught up
with the wrong boy in high school and
it took me a long time to grow up
and realize what I deserved.
Now, I like Charlie,
but I'm just sayin' that
you have to be realistic.
[chuckles]
Okay. Thanks, mom.
[laughing]
Oh, is this it?
Yeah, these are all the family albums
down to the year I was born.
Okay, well, we're gonna
wanna pull about 40 to 50 pics
for the collage... So let's have a look.
[clears throat]
Huh?
Seems strange...
There's not any photos from your birth.
It's kind of weird.
Huh.
[Lindy] Then maybe you were adopted.
I mean, you don't really look
that much like Kayla or
that much like your father,
for that matter.
[laughs] I'm teasin'!
I'm sure they're in a, a
separate special album
or something from the hospital.
Yeah.
Maybe.
[instrumental music]
-Hey, hon.
-Hi.
What's goin' on?
I was just pulling photos for the collage
that Lindy's projecting at the party.
How's Shonda?
She's good.
She's barking orders at the nurses
and, um, she's eating.
So I think she's gonna be just fine.
[chuckles] Yeah.
How was the venue?
Mm. It's perfect.
[Kayla sighs]
-[Jason] Good.
[Kayla] Well, that's great.
Um, we are so tired, honey, um...
We're gonna go to bed, okay?
I'll make you breakfast in the morning.
There aren't any photos of
me with you guys at the hospital
when I was born.
Why not?
Mom?
Dad?
Where are my birth photos?
Honey...
It was always our intention to tell you
after your sixteenth
birthday, that's always...
Tell me what?
[voice breaking] Honey, you were ours.
When you were less than a
month old, you were ours...
I am adopted?
[Kayla] You've always been ours.
I am adopted?
And you both kept it from me.
And now there's nothing
that can be said anymore.
[stammering]
You know, I always wondered
why I wasn't as good an artist as you, mom,
and why I didn't have
your hair and your skin!
[sobbing] Well, honey,
you're an amazing artist.
Why I didn't have any
of dad's features at all!
And now I know
that the people who are
supposed to be my family,
the people who lied to me,
weren't even my family at all.
[sobbing] Oh, God...
Pot of gold
Show me what I don't know
Where do the flowers grow
Like home...
Ker?
Searching for anything
Kerry, honey?
Put all my fear to sleep
Let go
Seas are rising
Stormy skies are colored
With the wind
Silver lining
Always finding
I'm really sorry to come here, it's...
I think Savannah just fell asleep
because she didn't answer my text.
Hey.
You do not apologize.
I am here for you always.
You know that.
Don't lose your faith
Your will to try
'Cause in the end you'll find a way
Innocence
That's what I had back then
Worries they always came and went
Honey, you need to eat.
Well, you didn't eat Sunday,
you didn't eat yesterday.
-You're not eating at all.
-Honey, I'm not hungry, okay?
I... Okay, but you need to eat something.
Even through the darkest valleys
Um... Ahem. Okay, I'm gonna go to work.
All right? Thank you for the coffee.
Yeah, you're welcome.
[sighs] Have a nice day.
[indistinct singing]
Kerry, hey. Are you okay?
You seemed off today.
Uh, yeah.
You went to school with my mom,
so you probably knew that
I was adopted, didn't you?
Everyone knew, except me.
Kerry, your mom was a really kind and sweet
and beautiful girl in school.
Everyone loved her and she
intimidated the hell out of me,
so I didn't always make things easy on her.
I hoped you making the team
and making you one of my best
would help to make up for that.
Kerry, I'm sure that your mother loves you
as if you were her own.
Yeah, but I'm not, so...
Kerry?
[dramatic music]
How did Kerry find out
about her parents, anyway?
Apparently, she and Lindy were
going through some old photos.
Lindy wanted to create a collage
and she couldn't find
any baby photos of Kerry,
like, anywhere.
[crickets chirping]
[wine sloshing]
Hey!
Why does it say Lowe on
the back of Cher's dog tag?
Oh, um...
That was my maiden name.
-Okay.
-Okay.
So why don't we, um,
order some yummy takeout
and make a playlist for the DJ?
You know, I, I should
probably be getting home
before my parents freak
out again and start calling me.
[Lindy] What, are we being, like,
considerate of their feelings now
even though they weren't
considerate of yours?
I'm sorry. That was out of line, I just...
[sighs]
-I'm just still upset for you.
-It'll be fine.
I mean, I'm still not talking to them,
but... uh,
still I should probably be getting home.
[engine revving]
[eerie music]
[exhales]
Marlow?
What are you doing here?
I wanted to talk to you.
A couple of years out
of college, I assumed,
you adopted a baby girl.
You were suddenly posting
baby photos on social media
without ever having
posted you were pregnant.
I didn't realize you followed me.
Technically, I didn't, but I did.
Um, anyway, you had just
bought a, a beautiful house
with your husband, and
you both looked very happy,
and I was happy for you, believe it or not.
I mean, maybe I was,
well, a little jealous.
I've always been jealous of you.
-Especially, back in school.
-What?
Marlow, you were the
most popular, beautiful girl
in school.
Why would you ever be jealous of me?
Well, people liked me because I was pretty
and fun to gossip about.
People liked you because you were kind
and artistic
and you cared about things that mattered.
Your daughter, she's like
you, she wants to help people
and she is, she's good
at anything she does.
She is your daughter through and through.
-You know that.
-Thank you.
[sighs] Unfortunately, she's
not talking to me right now.
I'm sorry to hear that.
Well, I hope she comes around.
Anyway, the reason that
I stopped by is to tell you
that I think you need to be very careful
around your party planner.
What?
Why would you say that?
Did something happen?
Um, she threatened to
expose an affair I was having
with a married co-worker
and have us both fired
if I didn't let the dance
team perform in Kerry's party.
When?
Last week she trespassed on my property
and antagonized us like a crazy person.
[dramatic music]
Wow! I-I, uh...
I mean, that's crazy, I knew she was rigid
in her party planning, but threatening you?
Yeah, yeah, I know. It does sound crazy.
And that's why I wanted
to tell you the truth
about everything else first.
I really don't think you should
trust her around your daughter.
[dramatic music]
[laptop keys clacking]
[sighs]
-Yes. Thank you.
-[Charlie] Thank you.
-[Kerry] Mm.
-Oh.
You seem better today.
Did you finally talk to your parents?
No, but I did finally get some sleep.
Thank you, guys, for being so sweet
and checking on me so much.
You're welcome.
Maybe now you can talk to your mom
so she'll stop texting
me to check in on you.
I'm gonna have to talk
to them eventually, huh?
Yes, you are.
You so sure about that?
Well, I mean, they've only
been lying to you for, what,
the past 15 years.
-Hi, guys.
-Uh, Lindy, hey.
Oh... Uh, what are you doing here?
Today is the day we try on your dress.
For the party. You didn't forget, did you?
I'm, um, I'm so sorry.
I, I totally forgot. Uh...
Guys, I'll-I'll see you later.
-Bye.
-Yeah, yeah.
-I'll text you later.
-Okay.
Bye.
-Uh, that was weird.
-[Charlie] Yeah.
Do you think she followed
us here after school?
I don't know, I mean, unless she has a GPS
tracking device on Kerry's phone.
At this point, I wouldn't be surprised.
Well, uh, that lady gives me the creeps.
Yeah, I really liked her at first,
but, I mean, now... What was that?
-That was weird.
-You should text her mom.
Are you sure
you're okay now?
[sighs] Yeah, I'm fine.
I just have to talk to
my mother now is all.
Why are you still calling
her that? Your mother.
Because she is.
I mean, despite everything that's happened.
I just, I-I don't, I don't
wanna ruin anything
for the party, you know?
[door opens]
Lindy, hi, um, I'm not sure why
what's happening with our
family is any of your business.
But can you tell me where you've had
my daughter for the last three hours?
Sure, we just went to pick up her dress
and then we grabbed a quick salad.
Well, you didn't tell us any of that.
You also didn't tell us you were dropping
her off last night either, so...
Well, she needed to work
on her routine last night
and someone needed to help her.
I know she wasn't speaking to you, so...
Kerry, honey, is all of this true?
Of course, mom. Why wouldn't it be?
Just wondering, 'cause,
uh, Lindy's been hiding
some other things from us.
Oh, I'm keeping secrets hidden now?
[scoffs] That's rich.
Yeah, mom. What are you talking about?
Apparently, Lindy here
threatened one of your teachers
at your school and used
you as her reason for doing it.
I have no idea what you're talking about.
That's ludicrous! Just another lie.
Lindy, we appreciate everything you've done
to get this party ready,
but we're gonna take it from here.
Yeah. We're done.
Kerry, wait. Just give
me a second to explain.
It-it meant nothing, okay, it was...
Lindy, remove your hand from my daughter
before I remove it myself.
You're fired.
[door lock clicks]
[Kerry on voicemail] This
is Kerry. Leave a message.
Hey, Kerry. Hi. It's Lindy.
I just wanted to call and apologize
for what happened earlier.
It's all just a big misunderstanding.
Look, I know that I've been
a little off with you lately
and I'm sorry, it's just that,
you know, ever since I lost the baby,
it has just been so nice getting
to spend this time with you
and getting closer to you.
Please, forgive me, Kerry.
Okay? We'll talk soon, okay?
Okay, so call-call you
back in a little bit, all right?
Bye.
[intense music]
[knocking on door]
-Come in.
-Hi.
-Hey.
[Kayla] Can we talk?
I wanted...
I needed to apologize
for not telling you sooner.
Well, you did what you
thought you had to do.
And... I thought about it, too,
and there's not really a right time, huh?
No.
I love you, mom. And dad, too.
And I really missed our
breakfast this week together.
Especially, dad's cooking.
[both chuckling]
Don't lie.
Come here.
Oh, babe.
-Oh, God.
-What?
It's Lindy again.
[sighs] Can I have a ride home?
Duh. Come on.
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday dear Kerry-berry
Happy birthday to you
[gasps] Yay!
Guys, my birthday is tomorrow.
Yeah, we know, but since
you'll be having so much fun
in your big birthday bash tomorrow,
you're not gonna have any
time for dear old mom and dad.
We thought we'd like to
celebrate it with you tonight
here, so, um...
Here, I made you a cupcake,
uh, from scratch, so enjoy.
Mm!
[Jason] She likes it. Told ya.
-Dad, it's... it's delicious.
-Yeah, yeah.
-I know it is.
-That really hits the spot.
Is that what I think it is?
Go ahead, open it.
Open it, open it.
[clears throat]
You wanted a birth photo of you and me.
That's as real as it felt.
Hey, and you guys are, uh, real parents
as, as any birth parent could ever be,
but, to me, even more so.
-Huh? Come on. Yeah.
-Come right here.
[all chuckling]
All right. Hold on, let's
capture the moment.
-Dad...
-I know. Ready?
Oh, don't worry about it.
This is your good side, isn't it?
-We won't post it. It's okay.
-All right, in three.
And two...
[dramatic music]
You're never gonna leave Kayla.
Well, then,
I guess, Kayla is gonna have to leave you.
[Meadows] We should never
have been seeing each other,
to begin with. You're married.
[sighs]
I know, but not anymore.
We've got our jobs to think
about and you have got a family
that you need to focus on.
Mm...
I gotta go. Goodnight.
[intense music]
Hello?
Hello?
[floorboard creaking]
Hello?
[muffled screaming]
[dramatic music]
[dramatic music]
[screaming]
I wish it could've been different.
[crickets chirping]
-How is everything? Yeah?
-It's pretty good.
[Charlie] Excited. [Jason]
It's good to meet you.
Yeah.
Sometimes I feel
Feel like my dreams
Might be dreams forever
O-o-oh
And sometimes I think
that I've really been...
[Jason] Oh, wow, honey.
-You look, uh...
-[Charlie] Absolutely stunning.
-Thank you.
-Yeah.
Yes, what he said, exactly. Um...
Uh, have you heard from mom?
Oh, no, no. Not yet.
I'm sure she got held up at the gallery.
Do you think that we should go down there?
No, of course not.
No, don't be silly. Go to the party.
I'll just wait here for her
in case she needs me.
It's not a big deal. Do
you mind drivin' her?
-Can I trust you?
-Of course.
[cell phone beeps]
-Ah, hold, hold on.
Well, this is her.
Uh, "Sorry I'm behind.
About to come home to get ready.
Go to the party without me. Be there ASAP."
Okay, well, I guess we're goin' together.
[indistinct chatter]
[music playing on stereo]
[cell phone beeps]
[dramatic music]
[groaning]
[panting]
[grunting]
[muffled groaning]
[muffled groaning]
[laughing]
-Ah, it's so beautiful.
-It's really nice.
Oh, wow.
Wow, Kerry, you look beautiful.
Gorgeous, like a princess.
Oh, no, no, no.
[gasps]
Now she looks like a princess.
-Happy birthday. Of course.
-Thank you.
-Are you girls ready to slay?
-[Misty] Uh, yeah.
The party's waiting for you.
-Okay. I'm coming.
-All right, let's go.
[muffled groaning]
[gasping] Oh, no! Oh, my God!
[groaning]
-Are you okay?
-Oh, that bitch is nuts!
-Here.
-Ah!
-Ow!
-I'm sorry!
Ah!
[grunting]
[sobbing]
[breathing heavily]
-[Kayla] Did she say why?
-She's crazy!
We have to find my phone and call the cops.
What's it about me that you keep
Every little dirty secret about me?
About me about me...
Excuse me, little creep.
Give me that. This is
Kerry's sweet sixteen.
And I'm not about to let anyone ruin it.
So get out of here
before I have you arrested
for minor in possession.
Where are you now?
Hey.
Hey.
That one's from me.
-Lindy?
-I almost didn't come.
But... I needed to apologize to you
in person.
I feel really bad about what
happened the other night.
I just wanted tonight to be perfect is all.
Yeah, no. It's, it's fine that you came.
Um, you put this all together,
and it's really, really nice.
It means a lot.
[chuckles]
Well, I'm so glad you like it.
How's Cher?
-[Lindy] Oh, um...
She's good.
She misses you.
She'd love it if you'd stop by.
Yeah, um, maybe next week.
That would be lovely.
Go on.
Open it.
-A-are you sure?
-Yeah.
[chuckles] Okay.
[chuckling]
[instrumental music]
Oh...
Lindy, it's... it's beautiful. Thank you.
I got it quite some time ago.
[sighs] It's, uh, priceless.
Practically an antique now.
[chuckles]
Oh...
Go. Go get ready.
Get out there. I'm excited to see the show.
[laughing]
You look beautiful.
[chuckles]
[intense music]
Kerry, are you ready for the most fun
you'll have your entire life?
Yes!
["Beautiful Mess" playing]
You got your shake
on flying high as a kite
You got your gaze on party every night
Blood-shot eyes still hypnotize
You're livin' your life for a good time
Pink champagne all over
Drink fifteen still sober
It's night and day a
life you can't escape
When everybody knows your name
You play so hard can't get no rest
'Cause we're all beautiful beautiful
We're all just a beautiful mess
Don't really care if you're impressed
'Cause we want more
won't settle for less
'Cause we're all beautiful beautiful
[applauding]
[laughing]
[Savannah] Uh, whoa...
Um, can you just keep the party going?
-Ker, wh-wh-where are you going?
-I'm, uh... Just...
Just keep everyone going.
And I'll be back as soon as...
No, no, no, Kerry,
Kerry. It's your big day.
What... Come...
[Savannah] It's good, it's
good. Let's get the music going.
[dramatic music]
I cannot believe she
stole this painting, too.
[Meadows] Shit, my phone's not in here.
That means she's the
one who attacked Shonda
that night at the gallery.
[gasps]
Both of you,
stay right there.
Run!
[intense music]
[music continues]
[Charlie] Kerry, where are you going?
I-I need to follow Lindy.
What? Why? What...
-Something's not right.
I think that she has my mom's phone.
-I-I-I need to follow her.
-Okay, well, I-I'll drive.
Okay. I'm gonna text my dad.
Wait, do we need a... Do we need a weapon?
[music continues]
What do we do?
We need to go around
this side of the house,
around this side.
-Okay. Yeah.
-Is she gone?
[intense music]
[gasping]
-Oh, no!
[grunts]
Is it open?
-Yes.
-Okay, okay.
Shh...
[sobbing]
Move back this way.
Lindy... please.
Look what you did to
Marlow. You're not a killer.
-No?
-No.
Why don't you ask my
dead husband about that
or that lame-ass party planner
you tried to hire over me?
Sometimes we have no choice.
If you fire that gun out here,
the neighbors will call the police.
Yeah, exactly, and all
they're gonna find is this gun
in Marlow's dead hand with
your body slumped over it.
But, Lindy, that's not
Marlow's gun. That's your gun.
Wrong!
It's yours.
Or did you not check all
the things I got petty cash for
while party planning, huh?
You know, it's amazing.
You can get just the right
amount of cash needed
to get a gun on the black market
which your glove box
will confirm receipt of.
And Marlow just barely
got this gun away from you
before you were left with no
choice but to snap her neck
with the rope on that obnoxious whistle.
Hey, Lindy!
[gunshot]
[screaming]
-[grunting]
Charlie, are, are you okay?
Yeah. Yeah.
[grunting]
[Lindy] Kerry...
Kerry, you don't wanna shoot
your poor mother now, do you?
No, but I-I will shoot you.
Kerry...
Don't you see?
I am your mother.
-What?
-What?
-No...
-Yes!
I am her mother.
Kerry
is my daughter.
See, I gave you up when I was 16.
I didn't want to.
It was right before my own sweet sixteen
and my mother made me.
That ballerina snow globe that I gave you,
that was the first thing
that I ever bought you,
and the only thing that I had left of you
until I finally found you again.
But that's impossible.
My husband, he had connections
to the California Birth Records Office,
so I was able to find you fairly easily.
But you told me you couldn't have kids!
That's right, sweetheart. I can't now.
Right before my husband died,
I found out I have secondary infertility.
So, Kerry
sweetheart, you, honey,
are the only child
that I'll ever have.
Lindy
she's the only child I'll ever have, too.
She's my daughter, too.
You need help. We can get you help.
Let us help you, please.
The only thing I need
is my baby girl back.
[grunts]
Kayla!
Charlie, are you okay?
Well, uh, go.
-Oh, my God.
-Oh, God.
-Are you okay?
-Uh-huh.
-Oh, my God.
-What?
[Kerry] Is she dead?
Is she dead?
[Kayla] I, I think so.
[instrumental music]
I got some wine, great. Isn't it amazing?
Don't forget to get
some food. It's over there.
Thank you so much for coming. Yes!
Fabulous, right? Yes.
What an amazing turnout.
-Right?
-Yeah.
-Good job.
-Team work.
-Hey.
-Hey, Charlie.
-It's good to see you.
-Good to see you, too.
She's right over there.
-Hey.
-Hey, you came.
I did.
-Is this one of yours?
-Yeah, that's mine.
It only took me the rest
of the semester to finish it.
-Wow, Kerry, it's gorgeous!
-Thank you.
Yeah, it's-it's really incredible.
Thank you.
You know, I think she does get
her artistic talent from me.
No doubt about that, mom.
-Aw...
-Aw...
[chuckling]
[instrumental music]
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh
[instrumental music]
What was it about me that you keep
Every little dirty secret about me?
About me about me
What was it about me that you keep
Every little thing that
happened low-key?
Low-key low-key...