Come Simi (2015) — AI Story Visualization

Plot Analysis Summary

A family drama about reconciliation and healing across generations

Story Structure — 5 Plot Phases

The Impossible Quest

Pregnant Vera embarks on a challenging journey to reunite her estranged family before giving birth, driven by the need for reconciliation.

Key Events

• Family Reunion Quest — Pregnant Vera decides to reunite estranged family Characters: Vera, Mike Location: Home
• Alzheimer's Challenge — Vera struggles to communicate with Alzheimer's-afflicted mother Characters: Vera, Mother Location: Nursing Home

Bridging Generations

Vera attempts to connect with her Alzheimer's-afflicted mother and estranged porn star sister, facing communication barriers and lifestyle differences.

Key Events

• Alzheimer's Challenge — Vera struggles to communicate with Alzheimer's-afflicted mother Characters: Vera, Mother Location: Nursing Home
• Sister Reunion — Vera meets porn star sister after long estrangement Characters: Vera, Jenica, Casting Director Location: Industry Event
• Aunt Search Begins — Vera and Josh search for long-lost Aunt Maxine Characters: Vera, Josh Location: Library

The Missing Piece

The search for Aunt Maxine, who has been absent for 18 years, leads the family on a physical and emotional journey across different locations.

Key Events

• Aunt Search Begins — Vera and Josh search for long-lost Aunt Maxine Characters: Vera, Josh Location: Library
• Venice Journey — Sisters travel to Venice in search of family roots Characters: Vera, Jenica, Mike Location: Venice Canals
• Van Nuys Stop — Sisters make stop in Van Nuys during journey Characters: Vera, Jenica, True, Dickie Location: Suburban Neighborhood
• Aunt Found — Sisters discover Aunt Maxine after 18 years Characters: Vera, Jenica, Aunt Maxine Location: Hidden Residence

Journey of Healing

The family's travels from Venice to Van Nuys to Simi Valley become a metaphor for their emotional journey toward reconciliation and understanding.

Key Events

• Aunt Found — Sisters discover Aunt Maxine after 18 years Characters: Vera, Jenica, Aunt Maxine Location: Hidden Residence
• Simi Valley Arrival — Family arrives at final destination Characters: Vera, Jenica, Aunt Maxine, Mike, Josh Location: Simi Valley
• Family Gathering — Extended family gathers for reconciliation Characters: Vera, Jenica, Aunt Maxine, Mike, Josh, Party Planner Paige, Dee Dee Location: Simi Valley Venue

Reunion and Renewal

As Vera prepares for motherhood, the fractured family comes together in Simi Valley, achieving reconciliation and finding healing through their shared history.

Key Events

• Family Gathering — Extended family gathers for reconciliation Characters: Vera, Jenica, Aunt Maxine, Mike, Josh, Party Planner Paige, Dee Dee Location: Simi Valley Venue
• Childbirth — Vera gives birth as family reconciliation continues Characters: Vera, Mike, Josh Location: Hospital
• Family Reconciliation — Family achieves reconciliation after long journey Characters: Vera, Jenica, Aunt Maxine, Mother, Mike, Josh, Party Planner Paige Location: Simi Valley Home

Story Breakdown

• The Impossible Quest — Vera's determination to reunite her estranged family
  • Pregnancy Motivation — Vera's impending motherhood drives her quest
  • Family Decision — Vera and Mike decide to seek reconciliation
• Bridging Generations — Attempts to connect with estranged family members
  • Alzheimer's Challenge — Communication barriers with afflicted mother
  • Sister Reunion — Meeting with porn star sister after long estrangement
• The Missing Piece — Search for long-absent Aunt Maxine
  • 18 Years of Absence — Family history without Aunt Maxine
  • Discovery Process — Uncovering aunt's whereabouts and reasons for absence
• Journey of Healing — Physical and emotional journey through different locations
  • Venice Connection — Family roots exploration in Venice
  • Van Nuys Interlude — Suburban stop during journey
  • Simi Valley Destination — Final destination for family reunion
• Reunion and Renewal — Family reconciliation and new beginnings
  • Family Gathering — Extended family comes together in Simi Valley
  • Childbirth — Vera gives birth as family reconciles
  • Healed Relationships — Family bonds repaired through shared journey

Directed by

Jenica Bergere

Key Cast

• Helene Bergere — Vera
• Jenica Bergere — Jenica
• Andrew Dits — Mike
• Fionnula Flanagan — Aunt Maxine
• Joshua Funk — Josh