Plan B (2011)

Narrated by Matt Damon, Plan B is a 90 minute documentary based on the book by environmental visionary Lester Brown. Shot on location around the world, the film's message is clear and unflinching -- either confront the realities of climate change or suffer the consequences of lost civilizations and failed states. Ultimately Plan B provides audiences with a glimpse into a new and emerging economy based upon renewable resources as well as strategies to avoid the growing threat of global warming. Appearing with Lester Brown are Nobel Laureate Paul Krugman, Pulitzer Prize winner Tom Friedman, former Governor and Secretary of the Interior Bruce Babbitt, along with other scholars and scientists. Locations include: China, Japan, South Korea, India, Italy, Turkey, Bangladesh, Zambia, Haiti, and the U.S.

Film Run-throughs
"Plan B" is a 2011 indie romantic comedy film directed by Michael Paul Stephenson. The film features Diane Davis (Hedy Lamarr), a single female in her 30s living a mundane life in New York City and Bryan Reynolds (Gordon Thomson), a successful businessman.

Plot Development
Diane's life takes a drastic turn when she loses her job. In her battle to restore control, she fulfills Reynolds who she believes is out of her league. When he reveals interest in her, she gets evasive and ends up joking that she's gay. Reynolds takes the joke seriously and inform her about his gay good friend's upcoming celebration. In her confusion and objection to harm Reynolds, she decides to support her lie. In her desperation to maintain a front, she hires Paris, a male escort, to function as her fake sweetheart.

Character Evolution
As the story progresses, Diane establishes out of her initial insecurity and begins to comprehend the importance of sincerity in relationships. Her interactions with Paris catalyze significant character advancement, where she discovers self-love, acceptance, defending herself and the significance of living unapologetically.

On the other hand, Reynolds, who discovers as a superficial character initially, shows to be rather sensitive and understanding as he begins to like Diane simply for her persona and not her sexual preferences.

Unforeseen Twists and Concluding Act
The film takes an unexpected turn when Reynolds admits his sensations for Diane and expresses a desire for a romantic relationship, totally overlooking her presumed sexual preference. Diane, filled with regret over her falsehood, admits the reality which leads to a brief dispute between her and Reynolds.

Film Evaluation
"Plan B" brilliantly unfolds to highlight the awkwardness of circumstances born out of lies, the significance of authenticity and the tolerance one incorporates when caring about someone. In spite of its standard storytelling, this movie stands apart due to the fact that of the message it communicates under an exterior of humor. The character growth of Diane and Reynolds shows the unfolding of a romantic funny soaked in genuineness and approval.

Conclusion
The film ends on a heartfelt note where Reynolds values Diane's sincerity, illustrating the reality that misconceptions can develop in any relationship but it is honesty and understanding that help overcome those difficulties. Diane's improvement from leading an ordinary life to discovering her own voice forms the essence of the film. "Plan B" is not a film about deception, however rather about understanding and acknowledging one's own flaws, welcoming personal growth and the nuances of human relationships.

Top Cast

Lester Brown

Himself
Matt Damon

Narrator (voice)