Jeff Who Lives at Home

In the sweltering heat of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Jeff (a 30-year-old unemployed stoner) languishes in his mother Sharon's basement, searching for meaning amidst the haze of his mundane existence. His life is a perpetual quest for purpose, often finding inspiration in the most obscure and seemingly irrelevant events. A film like Signs, with its themes of cosmic significance, only serves to fuel his convictions.

One fateful day, Jeff answers a wrong number call intended for Kevin, which sets him pondering the mysteries of the universe. The misdirected phone call becomes a signpost on his journey, as he boards a bus and encounters a young man sporting a sports jersey bearing the name Kevin. Following this chance encounter to a local basketball court, Jeff joins an impromptu game and forms a bond with the stranger. Despite being duped into smoking weed, beaten, and mugged, Jeff persists in his quest for connection.

As he navigates the streets of Baton Rouge, Jeff stumbles upon his older brother Pat, a successful yuppie struggling to reconcile his marriage. Pat's wife Linda is caught in flagrante delicto with another man across the street, prompting Jeff and Pat to embark on a series of misadventures as they follow the errant couple. Their journey takes them to various restaurants, hotels, and even their father's grave, where they clash over their differing worldviews.

Jeff's odyssey continues as he spots a truck emblazoned with the phrase "Kevin Kandy" and seizes the opportunity to hitch a ride. His travels ultimately lead him to the same hotel where Pat has discovered Linda in a compromising position with Steve, her co-worker. Jeff offers to help his brother break down the door, and after a confrontation, Linda exits the room, leaving Pat reeling. As the brothers reconcile, Jeff shares his own struggles to find his place in the world, while Pat confesses his desire for Linda to fall back in love with him. With newfound resolve, Jeff encourages his brother to be honest about his feelings, and they hail a taxi to pursue Linda, embarking on a journey that will test their relationships and ultimately redefine their understanding of purpose and destiny.

As Sharon navigates the monotony of her daily routine, a burst of whimsy erupts in the form of an unexpected paper airplane, bearing a delicate flower drawing. The arrival is swiftly followed by an anonymous message from a coworker proclaiming their admiration, sending Sharon on a mission to unravel the mystery behind the affection. Her trusted colleague and confidante Carol encourages her to seize the opportunity, acknowledging that it's been far too long since Sharon has experienced the thrill of human connection.

In a surprising twist, the secret admirer is revealed to be none other than Carol herself, who harbors a deep understanding for Sharon's lingering grief following her husband's passing. Despite initial reservations about their own gender, Carol's sincerity and empathetic nature resonate deeply with Sharon, prompting an impromptu getaway to New Orleans.

As fate would have it, the quintet of friends - comprising Jeff, Pat, Linda, Sharon, and Carol - finds themselves stuck in a sea of brake lights on a bridge. The impasse is interrupted by a chance encounter, as Pat takes the opportunity to confess his feelings to Linda, prompting a chain reaction of emotional revelations. Sharon, meanwhile, is drawn to the commotion, followed closely by Carol.

Jeff, caught up in his own existential crisis, gazes skyward at a helicopter hovering above, feeling an inexplicable sense of disconnection from his life's purpose. His momentary distraction allows Pat to share his heartfelt sentiments with Linda as Sharon and Carol converge on the scene. As the group's dynamics begin to shift, Jeff spots the cause of the traffic jam: a catastrophic accident involving a car tumbling over the edge of the bridge.

With heroic instincts kicking in, Jeff plunges into the water, rescuing two children and their father from the depths. When he fails to resurface, Pat springs into action, diving in to save his friend's life. In the aftermath of this harrowing experience, the group comes together to celebrate Sharon's birthday and rekindle their bonds. Pat and Linda appear more at ease in their relationship, while Jeff finds a newfound sense of purpose after witnessing a news report about his bravery.

Inspired by the memory of his heroics, Jeff seizes his wood glue and tackles the shutter repair, channeling his renewed sense of purpose into this small yet meaningful act of self-rejuvenation.