

Fed up with her relationship with a married man, a young woman decides to meet his wife for coffee.
Acting
Stiles and Ireland weaponize politeness.
Writing
LaBute's dialogue cuts like broken glass.
Direction
Tight close-ups that refuse to let you breathe.

Director
Neil LaBute
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Shot in a single day on a $50,000 budget, originally premiered at Sundance's midnight shorts program.
LaBute adapted this from his own stage monologue, explaining the theatrical tension and contained space.