Grief? Depression? Ambiguity in a Paris hotel room. Jack Whitman lies on a bed, ordering a grilled cheese sandwich from room service. His phone rings; it's a woman on her way to see him, a surprise. He readies the room, moving without affect, drawing a bath, changing his clothes. She arrives, as does the food, and the complications of their relationship emerge in bits and pieces. He invites her out on the balcony to see his view. Will they make love? Is the relationship over?

According to director Wes Anderson, the movie was filmed in two and a half days. The film was also edited entirely on his personal computer.

Ex-girlfriend:
Whatever happens in the end, I don't wanna lose you as my friend.


Jack:
I promise, I will never be your friend. No matter what. Ever.

Written by Maurice Ravel (as Maurice RAVEL)
Performed by Pascal Rogé (as Pascal ROGE)
Courtesy of Decca Music Group Limited
Under license from Universal Music Enterprises