Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

A photo plunges Joy into despair. It prompts the events that follow.

Max convinces Joy to join him in getting a cosmetic procedure. They decide to recover together.

Max Proposes a Procedure — Max convinces Joy to join him in getting a cosmetic procedure.

They plan to hide away in Palm Springs over the holidays. Their purpose is to convalesce.

Plan to Recover in Palm Springs — They plan to hide away in Palm Springs over the holidays to convalesce. Location: Palm Springs

The synopsis states that Joy and Max's friendship changes. It does not specify how their relationship develops or concludes.

Their Friendship Changes — Their friendship changes during the events surrounding their recovery. Location: Palm Springs

Story Breakdown

The Photo — A photo has a strong emotional effect on Joy.
- Joy's Despair — Joy is plunged into despair by the photo.
- Emotional Catalyst — The photo precedes the plan that Joy and Max undertake.
Max's Proposal — Max persuades Joy to join him in getting a cosmetic procedure.
- Shared Procedure — Max and Joy are to undergo a cosmetic procedure together.
- Joy's Agreement — Max convinces Joy to take part in the plan.
Palm Springs Plan — They plan to hide away in Palm Springs over the holidays to convalesce.
- Holiday Getaway — Their planned retreat is set for the holiday period.
- Private Recovery — They intend to convalesce away from others.
Changing Friendship — The synopsis identifies a change in the friendship between Joy and Max without specifying its nature.
- Relationship Shift — Their friendship changes during the story.
- Unspecified Outcome — The supplied synopsis does not explain the final state of their friendship.