A heartbroken man who discovers his girlfriend Clementine erased her memories of him. He undergoes the same memory-erasure procedure but changes his mind as he re-experiences their relationship in reverse. He hides Clementine within his mind to stop the process and eventually reunites with her, agreeing to try again despite knowing their painful history.
Former romantic partners whose relationship is defined by volatility and eventual erasure.
Patrick serves as an indirect antagonist by attempting to replace Joel in Clementine's life.
Mary covertly aids Joel by providing him with the erased memory tapes.
Stan operates the technical equipment required to erase Joel's memories.
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