Please tell me
you're on your way.
Yeah, relax, I'll be there
in five minutes.
Well, can you hurry?
Dad is singing Christmas
songs like he's Frank Sinatra.
No.
All right, I'll be there
as soon as I can.
Mia, hi.
Just wanted to come over
to let you know
how terrific everything is.
This is easily the best
Christmas party
you and your family
have ever thrown for us.
The decorations, the music,
the food?
It's all been spectacular.
Well, thank you very much,
it's so sweet of you to say.
We were worried that we wouldn't
have enough staff
so close to Christmas
but I think we filled it
in quite nicely.
Are you kidding?
It's been amazing to watch
your family in action.
Yeah, well we didn't plan
for my dad's singing
but sometimes he can't
help himself.
Oh, I'm sorry.
This is our good friend,
Kate Clark.
Hi, it's nice to meet you, Mia.
And I agree with Jean, you guys
have done an amazing job.
Well, thank you, and...
forgive me,
but are you Kate Clark
who created Fashion Starter?
Well, that depends,
are you a fan?
Oh, absolutely.
The site is addictive.
I uh, actually got this bracelet
from a young
Australian designer.
Oh. It's beautiful.
And your home offices are here
in Seaford.
It's amazing.
Uh... I am so sorry, um,
if you'll excuse me
your cake has arrived and
I'm needed in the kitchen.
Of course.
By all means.
It was nice to meet you, Kate.
Likewise.
How are we doing?
All we need is some red icing
to write "Merry Christmas"
and we're good to go.
Okay, I'll get the doors.
Okay.
Thank you so much,
you're too kind.
You remember my daughter, Mia?
Oh, so nice to see you again.
It's good to see you, too,
Mrs. Morgan.
We were just telling your mother
what an amazing job
your family has done
with this party.
Yes. Well, it's been a lot
of fun to work on.
Oh, looks like we're being
summoned back to our table.
Ah. All right, well here you go.
Thank you.
It was great seeing you both.
Please give my best to Gary.
I will. Bye.
Look at you, hobnobbing
with the mayor.
Oh yeah, well,
you stick with me, kid,
'cause I know all
the important people, see?
Mom, you should bartend
more often.
You look really cute
in your bowtie.
Okay, you can make all the fun
you like but I am happy
to sacrifice my pride so that
my children don't have to.
Consider yourself lucky.
You could be walking around
as Mrs. Claus
if you fit in that suit.
Mm-mmn.
How's everything going?
Even though two eight-year-olds
destroyed our cake,
Jake has managed
to find us another one,
saving the day.
Great.
Uh.
Oh, speaking of, that's my cue.
Ladies and gentlemen,
I am very happy to announce
that Santa has managed
to find us a spare cake
on his sleigh.
Well, that's it, folks.
Our last party of the season
is officially over.
I have to say I think
I'm gonna miss
the Christmas parties the most.
Mom, seriously?
Aren't you the one that always
complains we have to work
twice as hard in December?
Yeah, I know, I do,
but as tough as they are,
I just can only seem to remember
how happy we made everybody.
That's true.
Think of the joy that I brought
everyone singing this evening.
Dad.
You are crazy.
Watch it.
Woah, that's company property.
Well, it's not gonna be the same
without you two.
Honey, we're retiring
but we're only gonna be
one little phone call away
if you need us.
And besides, you two are
practically running the company
by yourselves already.
Yeah, but it doesn't mean
we don't appreciate
still having you around.
I mean, you guys taught us
everything we know
about this business.
And don't you forget it.
Do you realize that
this will be the first time
in seven years that we have
not worked New Year's Eve?
Has it been that long?
Well I certainly hope you two
have some fun plans
for the big night while
we're off in Palm Springs.
Actually, I think Lori and I
we're just gonna
stay in this year.
I mean, she's six months along
in the pregnancy already
and besides it'd be next
to impossible
to find Emily a babysitter
on New Year's Eve.
What about you, Mia?
I don't really have any plans.
Wait, didn't your friend Elise
have some party
she invited you to in Seattle?
I would have thought
you would have a whole list
of events to go to, honey.
Yeah, but do I really want
to spend
my favourite night of the year
packed into a bar
with a bunch of people
I don't know
all hoping to find someone new
for a kiss at midnight?
Yeah, that's a good point.
I'm so happy I don't have
to worry about
that sort of thing anymore.
Right.
All you have to worry about
is remembering
to kiss your wife at midnight.
That happened one time.
One time!
Okay, you're never gonna
let me live that down, will you?
All right.
Don't stay too long.
Yeah.
Leave a message and I'll get
back to you as soon as I can.
Hey Jake, I've been trying
to get a hold of you guys.
It looks like I'm gonna get to
your place earlier than expected
so if you're not there
I'll just let myself in.
I'll see you soon. Bye.
Jake? Lori? Anyone home?
Jake? Lori? Are you there?
Woah, woah, woah, hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey!
I'm David!
I'm Jake's friend, okay?
I'm supposed to be here!
Hey, Jake!
Hey man, you made it!
Jake, Jake, Jake, Jake!
Jake, how are ya, man?
Hey, Mia, what's, uh, up
with the golf club?
Oh, hey guys.
Aunt Mia!
Hey, sweetie.
Yeah, so my uh, my flight
got in early
and I just took an Uber here.
I- I did try calling but it just
kept going to voicemail.
Yeah, reception is terrible
around here.
But I see you've met
my sister, Mia.
Yeah.
Wait, have... haven't
you two met before?
Yeah, yeah, no, when
you came to visit me
in my senior year of college?
Yeah.
Wait a minute, wait, wait,
you had shorter hair, right?
Wait, was she-you were
the one who fell in the pool!
She fell in the pool, remember?
Actually, I was... I was pushed.
It's a little different.
Anyhow, who's hungry, huh?
Yeah.
Yeah.
So, David, uh, remind me again
why you're not spending
Christmas and New Year's
with your family in Arizona.
Yeah, so uh, the original plan
was to join my family
on a cruise but then
I got a call
from the United
Documentary Fund.
They give out financing
for projects
for filmmakers like myself.
They want to meet with me
between Christmas
and New Year's.
They're located nearby in
Seattle and now I'm here.
How many people are you
competing against?
Uh, it's between me and
a couple other applicants.
Well I'm surprised they left it
for so late in the year.
Oh, they had actually chosen
someone a few weeks ago
but that director got other
funding so now I got a shot.
Outstanding. Good luck, buddy.
Thanks. Yeah, uh, and...
and don't worry,
I'm gonna be out of your hair
for Christmas.
I'm gonna go to Sullivan's
and watch the basketball game
and you guys can have
your family time.
Absolutely not!
Yeah, David, our house
is your house.
You're not going anywhere.
Are you sure?
We're sure.
There is no way we're leaving
you alone on Christmas, buddy.
Okay.
Well, thank you.
Um, that really means
a lot to me, thanks.
Ooh, I'm so sorry, g*ng.
I have to run.
I promised mom I'd meet her
at the winter market
to do some last-minute
Christmas gift shopping.
Oh, and don't forget to come
over early on Christmas
to open presents.
Yeah, of course. I'll be there.
All right.
Bye.
Bye.
Yeah, I want that.
Hey, mom.
I'm so sorry, I lost
track of time.
It's ok, honey.
I ran into some friends
so it's perfect timing.
Thank you.
Can you believe that Christmas
is here already?
No, I can't.
This year has gone
incredibly quickly.
Are you and dad excited
for Palm Springs?
Yes, we are.
It's long overdue.
All right, what's the itinerary?
I'm sure you have a million
things planned.
No, actually we are going
to leave our schedule open.
Yeah, we're just gonna
play it by ear.
Oh.
Mom, no way.
Are you sure you're ready
for that level of spontaneity?
Well, we'll soon find out.
Your dad and I just thought
we would like to wing it
and uh, yeah, with after years
of lists and schedules
then we're gonna just go
with the flow.
Ooh.
Oh, we're-we're gonna have
an extra guest
for Christmas this year.
David Campos?
He was Jake's best friend
in college?
He was at their house
this morning.
Campos.
Oh, I do remember David Campos.
They were uh, they were
roommates in senior year.
I remember him being
a very nice young man
who was kinda good looking,
if I'm recalling
the right person.
Okay mom, take it easy.
I just want you to keep
your eyes open, honey.
I appreciate the advice
but I'm fine.
I know you are but I have
been thinking about you
and your brother taking over
the business
and it's very important to keep
a little balance in your life.
Well, speaking of balance I was
thinking of taking a class
on film production in Seattle.
That sounds great.
I like that.
I just don't wanna let Jake down
when he has so many big plans
for the company.
If he had his way there would
be a Pearson Party Planners
in every city.
It's true, he does dream big
and I love that.
And I love that you care about
that but I want you to know
if you decide to take
a different path,
you're not gonna be letting
anybody down.
Okay.
Speak of the devil.
I swear he has us bugged.
Hello, were your ears burning?
Hey, are you with mom?
Uh, yeah, why?
Can you make an excuse
to go some place
where she can't hear you?
Jake? Hello?
I've got-I've got bad service.
I can't hear you.
Jake?
Hello?
Okay, we're all clear.
What's the big secret?
I just got a call
from Kate Clark.
She said she met you at
the Coleman Christmas party?
She wants to meet with us about
a party she wants us to plan.
Well that's great!
Yeah, we'll set it up
for next week.
Yeah, well, she's actually
flying out this evening
and she's gonna be gone
for several weeks
so she wants to meet with us
today at our offices at 6:30.
Oh, come on, Jake.
It's two days before Christmas.
I know, I'm just worried
that if we don't see her today,
she's just gonna find
someone else.
Why don't you wanna tell mom
about this?
Mom and dad are retiring.
We have to get used to working
without them.
And uh, let's not give them
an excuse to cancel their trip
just to help us prep?
Fair enough.
All right, I'll see you then.
What's this?
Hey, did you know Kate Clark's
family's worth millions?
And her company,
Fashion Starter,
is one of Style top 30
to watch this year.
Mmm, not too shabby.
You know, I didn't get to talk
to her much at the party
but she seems pretty cool
and confident.
All we need to do is impress
her guests
and we'll create a whole new
client list
for the future of our company.
Speaking of the future I've been
doing a lot of thinking
about some things
I'd like to do-
Hold that thought.
Hello?
Kate, yeah, no, the door
is open, come on up.
All right. That's her.
All right.
Hi.
Kate.
Welcome, I'm Jake.
Um, sorry about the stairs,
it's an old building.
Oh, no problem.
You remember my sister, Mia?
Yes, it's nice to see you again.
And good to see you, too.
Kate, can I get you a drink?
Oh, no, I'm fine. Thanks.
Well, shall we sit?
Sure.
Well, uh, first of all,
thank you so much
for meeting me so quickly.
It's our pleasure.
So, Jake, I know earlier
on the phone I mentioned
that I'm leaving on
a flight tonight
and I wanted to talk to you
about a party
in late January I wanted
your help with.
Yep.
Well, um, that wasn't
exactly true.
It wasn't?
No, um... I just had to say that
so I didn't scare you both off.
Scare us off?
The real situation is
that I'm not really travelling
anywhere tonight.
I'm here because I just lost
my original party planner
and his entire staff
and everyone he contracted
for my party.
I'm not sure I've ever even
heard of that happening before
with a reputable company.
Yeah, but what's done is done.
The bottom line is
I need your help.
Of course, we would love
to help you,
we just need to know
what the occasion is
and what dates
you were considering.
Of course.
Well, uh, it's one and the same.
New Year's Eve.
You couldn't possibly mean
this New Year's Eve, right?
Yep.
The one eight days from now?
That's the one.
And how many guests
are we talking about?
100, 125-ish.
Uh-huh.
Before you say anything,
you need to understand how
important this night is for me.
I have thrown a New Year's Eve
party every year
for the past six years.
If I cancel this party
the fashion community
will think there's something
wrong with my business.
It could ruin me.
Kate, I am so sorry but
it would be near impossible
and this is the most difficult
week of the year-
Double.
Excuse me?
I will pay you double your
usual rate for one week's work.
Uh, Kate, would-would you
mind if my sister and I
just went and spoke privately
for a minute?
Oh, no, of course.
Don't even think about it.
This is a recipe for disaster.
Just listen to me
for one second.
Good luck finding anyone
who will work New Year's
who isn't already booked.
Hey, just hear me out.
Now, I completely agree
with everything you're saying
and normally I would agree that
we should walk away from this
but as you are aware the last
few months have not been
as busy as we're used to.
And we've got rent, insurance,
and advertising all due
at the start of January.
More importantly, think of
the contacts we're gonna make.
Her guest list is gonna be
a who's who
of Washington's rich and famous.
So, what do you say?
Just do it for your big brother.
Congratulations, you have
yourself some party planners.
Yes?
Yep.
Oh, that's fantastic!
Thank you!
Oh!
Thank you!
Oh...
Great.
Great.
Yes.
Yes, mom, they are treating me
like one of the family.
Uh, I-I got to get inside.
They're starting
to open presents.
Okay, well tell everybody
I said hello, okay?
I love you, too.
Feliz Navidad, madre.
Bye.
Ah-ha-ha.
Look at you guys.
It's like she's the Queen
of England.
Oh, there we go.
She's better.
She's the Princess of Seaford.
Ooh.
Look mom, this one's
for all of us from David.
Oh!
An ice cream machine!
I love it! I love it! I love it!
Thank you!
Of course.
David, you didn't have to.
Oh, come on.
Who doesn't want
an ice cream machine
in the middle of winter, right?
It looks like this family gift
has become an Emily gift now.
Thanks buddy.
Yeah, of course.
All right, it's my turn.
Dun-da-da-da!
Oh, what could that be?
Oh.
Surprise.
Titanium.
You are so beautiful.
Run away with me
to Palm Springs.
I thought he was talking to me.
Of course, I was.
Uh-oh, there may be one here
for you, David.
Oh, you didn't have to do
anything for me.
Yes, we did.
Spending Christmas with
the Princess of Seaford
is more than I could
have asked for...
But thank you very much.
Um... all right.
Top Documentary Filmmakers
of the 21st Century.
This... this really means a lot.
Thanks guys.
It's a book.
See I told you you'd like it.
I love it! Thank you, guys!
Best Christmas ever.
Any left in there?
Yeah.
Thank you.
No worries.
I am going to go outside
and sit by the fire.
Are you coming?
Yeah. Sure.
Ah...
So, when is your meeting at
the documentary fund group?
Well, uh, it's scheduled
for Wednesday right now.
And what happens if you get it?
Where will you sh**t
your next documentary?
Okay, I uh, I'm planning
to spend the next six months,
uh, travelling through China.
I really want to document
the panda population.
Oh, that sounds exciting.
Yeah, yeah.
Um... you know,
I've-I've travelled extensively
all throughout southeast Asia,
uh, for pleasure
and for work but I...
I've never been to China.
Crazy.
You're quite the adventurer,
aren't you?
You know, I wasn't when
I was younger.
No.
Uh-uh.
Uh, so right out of college
I joined,
uh, an old girlfriend
for a trip to Thailand,
uh, and on that trip we met
this film crew
and they were documenting
elephants.
And it was-it was unreal.
What happened to the girlfriend?
We broke up.
She went home.
But I stayed, uh, for about
three weeks working
with that film crew and
since then I've been hooked.
That's one way to start
a career.
Yeah.
How about you?
You seem pretty handy
in there with that camera.
I've picked up a trick
or two over the years.
Oh yeah?
Well, how long have you been
making videos?
Oh, since I was a kid.
Um, I used to play around
with my dad's old Super 8
whenever I could.
You ever think about making
a career out of it?
I used to think about it a lot
but as the business took off
and my family needed me
more and more...
I just-I feel like that ship
has sailed.
Hey, you two.
This ain't no free ride.
You got to work for your stuff
around here.
Pearson, you're on table duty.
Campos, I need you
to peel some potatoes.
Can you not see that
we're trying to have a creative
conversation over here?
I'm sure there's plenty of
creative ways to peel a potato.
Come on.
Okay, who's ready for dessert?
I'm stuffed but I can't resist.
I'd like to raise a toast.
Oh dear, here we go.
To disco.
Oh, come on, dad.
How many times do we have
to hear this story?
It was New Year's Eve.
Okay.
I was a waitress
at a local club.
I was wandering through town and
I heard my favourite disco song
coming from the club so
I decided to check it out.
He was early, we had
only just opened.
There she was.
The most beautiful waitress
I have ever laid eyes on
roller-skating towards me
to take my order.
Was that grandma?
That was grandma.
I had just learned how
to roller-skate
and I certainly hadn't learned
how to stop, so...
There she is, coming towards me,
she's getting closer and closer
and I'm thinking hmm,
she's not slowing down.
Nope.
And I crashed right into him and
we both ended up on the floor.
So, it was...
Love at first crash.
Yes, it was.
That's his favourite line.
Oh, wow.
I got it.
No, no.
I'll give you a hand.
I'll supervise.
I'll eat dessert.
Mm-hmm.
Good idea.
Almost finished.
Nice and slow, son. You got it.
Yeah, yeah, not-not too slow
'cause my hands
are about to freeze off, man.
Come on.
You did what?
Mia, what are you thinking?
Mom, it was a spontaneous
decision,
we didn't have a lot of time
to think about it.
But honey, that's-
that's six days from now.
You can't get anything done
in six days.
I get it, but what's done
is done and Jake is right.
This could be a big deal
for the company.
Well, then I don't-I don't see
how your father and I
can possibly go on vacation now.
What-no.
No, mom, you're not
cancelling anything.
You're both gonna go
on this trip
and everything is going
to be fine.
Are you sure?
Yes, I'm sure.
Nothing's going to go wrong.
Watch out! Watch out!
Jake!
Are you okay?
Gary texted that they're
gonna get a bite to eat
after the movie so Emily
will come home after lunch.
Great, thanks.
So, what did the doctor say?
Well, the fracture isn't too bad
but he'll have to wear a cast
for a month.
The worst part he said I have to
keep off it for at least a week.
A week?
I know, it's the biggest job
we've ever had
and I've been benched.
Okay, that makes it official.
We're cancelling our trip.
No way.
We have to.
I... I can handle it,
we just need to hire someone
to fill in for Jake.
We need someone
we can trust, now.
Like today.
Hey guys.
Okay, unfortunately they were
out of tortilla chips
but I got some potato chips.
Uh?
What, can he not eat
potato chips?
Quick question.
You don't have any New Year's
plans yet, do you?
No, why?
Well, as you can see, I'm out of
commission for at least a week,
maybe more, so we were thinking
maybe you could help us
with our New Year's Eve party.
You're kidding, right?
Yeah, look, I would do anything
to help your brother out, right?
He's the only reason why
I graduated college
but I've never planned
a party before.
Well, you've been
to parties, right?
Of course.
So just think about what makes
a party great
and then reverse engineer it.
I think it's a little easier
said than done.
Oh, David, come on.
You have shot, directed,
and produced documentaries
all over the world.
Compared to that this'll be
a piece of cake.
You did some research on me.
Mm... that's our family motto.
Do your homework.
Well I'm very impressed.
And you are not gonna let me
off the hook, are you?
We need your help.
Okay. Okay.
When do we get started?
Now.
All right.
Okay, so let me
get this straight.
We have six days,
but only six days,
to find a decent band
who isn't already booked
on New Year's Eve,
locate a caterer
who is available
on the busiest night
of the year,
find a good florist
in the dead of winter,
oh, and a fireworks team who
has more than just sparklers
which is pretty much all we're
gonna find at this point.
I think that's pretty much
everything.
Any other questions?
Actually, why-why is this party
so important to you guys?
Well, as you may
or may not know,
my parents are retiring soon
and leaving the business
to me and Jake.
This is our first party on our
own and if we don't do well
then people may be wary of
working with us from now on.
Okay, I get it.
And also, it's the first party
of the new year
which I believe sets the tone
for the years to come.
You know, I think-I think
I actually read somewhere
that we celebrate New Year's
because of some Roman god
or something,
I don't know, I might have
just made that up.
No, that's-that's true.
It's the god Janus,
he of two faces.
One face always looking back
into the past
and the other looking forward
into the future.
Okay.
Well, here's to uh, hoping
we have a great party
in our future.
I will toast to that.
Hello?
Pearson Party Planners
here for Kate Clark.
Come in, we're expecting you.
Look at this place!
This place is amazing!
Well, we know she
can afford the caterer.
Yeah.
Hi, I'm Paul.
I'm Kate's assistant.
She's waiting for you inside.
Uh, nice to meet you, Paul.
Uh, is it okay if I uh,
take some photos
and video of the property?
Um... Yes, of course, just
follow the path to the back.
Okay.
We'll meet up with you shortly.
Okay.
This way please.
Hi, Mia, welcome.
Come in, come in.
Sorry I look like such a wreck.
There are a million things going
on with my company,
as if I didn't have enough
to deal with this week.
Can I get you something
to drink?
No, I'm fine.
Paul, just let me know if you
hear from the lawyer.
Mm. Will do.
So, I won't take up too much
of your time,
we just wanted to check
the layout of the house,
the atmosphere, and of course,
make sure that we're all
on the same page.
So, where's your brother?
Wasn't he supposed
to be here as well?
I actually wanted to talk
to you about that.
Jake has had a little accident.
Oh no. Is he ok?
He broke his leg.
Oh, that's terrible. Is it bad?
It's bad enough that he won't be
able to help me with your party.
You're kidding?
I mean, not that we need a man
to help us do anything
as far as I'm concerned
but are you gonna be able
to pull this off by yourself?
I'll be fine.
And just in case I even called
in a family friend to help me.
This is beautiful.
Pretty nice, huh?
I forget how much I take it
for granted
until I show it to people
for the first time.
It really is incredible.
Who is that?
Oh, that's David.
He is Jake's friend.
He'll be the one helping me.
He's cute.
Really?
I mean, yeah, I-I guess.
I never really thought about it.
Oh, so you two aren't-
Oh, no, no.
Our relationship is
strictly professional.
Hmm.
All right, well,
shall we regroup
and talk about the party?
Absolutely.
Right this way.
Hey.
Hi.
I'm... I'm Kate Clark.
You must be David.
Yes.
Uh, so good to meet you.
Your house is...
it's extraordinary.
Thank you so much.
I bought it five years ago.
Thankfully I was able to make
some architectural changes,
make it feel a little more
my style.
Well, my compliments.
It... it's-it's incredible.
Shall we sit?
Yeah.
Yes.
Uh, okay, so I think we should
start with what we have booked
and what we still need
to set up.
With New Year's being so close,
only five days away,
we're gonna have to make some
quick decisions to be on time.
Ok, sounds good.
Uh, so, what's first?
Well, I've managed to secure
a fantastic rental house
for furniture, cloths, napkins,
et cetera.
So we need to decide on a theme,
the most classic being florals,
gold, silver,
and of course white.
Let's go with gold.
It'll pair nicely with
the existing colour palate.
Absolutely, but may I just make
one suggestion?
Of course.
Maybe we consider going
with a black napkin
so that the gold really pops.
I love that idea.
Thank you, David.
Of course.
Okay. And what would you like
for music?
Would you like a live band
or a DJ?
Oh, a band would be nice.
Okay, great.
We'll make that
our top priority.
A lot of people will already
be booked
but don't worry we will find
you someone great.
Well as long as it's not disco,
I'll be happy.
Well, that seems like a great
place to start.
We're going to go meet
with the caterers now.
Um, out of curiosity,
what's your role gonna be
in all this?
Um... I'm gonna help Mia
spend the week
focusing on getting a florist
and of course, my favourite,
uh, someone to handle
the fireworks.
Sounds great.
Well, just keep me updated
every step of the way.
Here's my card.
My personal cell is on the back.
Call me for anything you need.
Um, thank you so much
for coming.
You can show yourselves out.
Paul? Let's roll some calls.
Wow.
Yeah.
Okay.
Look what I found,
thank goodness.
Flying without a neck pillow
is t*rture.
Well, how did you find that?
I spent ages looking for it
before you guys got here.
You know your mother,
that's her superpower.
Well, I'm glad you guys came
to see me before you left.
Well, and your place is
on the way to the airport
and dad wanted to save
a few bucks.
Drive here and park the car and
take a cab the rest of the way.
Oh, I see how it is.
Two birds, one stone.
It makes me feel so special.
No, we were always gonna
come and say goodbye in person.
Oh, Lori called me.
Apparently, the doctor said
that Jake will be able to walk
on crutches by
the end of the week.
Well, good then.
He can help you with the party.
Ugh, no.
He can make a couple calls
but he still needs
to get his rest and his friend
David is working out
so I think I'll be fine.
David, hmm?
The car is here.
Oh, okay.
Okay.
Honey, you will call me
if you have
any, any questions
or problems, okay?
Okay.
Promise.
I love you.
We love you, dear.
All right, you relax
and have fun, okay?
Okay.
Hey, got any last-minute
opinions on silverware
that you wanted to get out of
the way before tomorrow?
I knew it.
It bothered you when
I spoke up, didn't it?
I'm just kidding with you.
Okay, well trust me, I was not
trying to step on your toes.
I just wanted to help.
I know. I appreciate it.
So what time are we gonna
start tomorrow?
Uh, how about 8:00 am
at the office?
Sounds good. I'll see
you tomorrow.
Okay. Goodnight, David.
Goodnight, Mia.
Yeah, we can do this.
This is... this is doable.
Yeah.
And since I've never planned
a party before
I have no choice
but to believe you.
Are you ready to go try
some food?
Yeah. Where to first?
The kitchen of our go-to chef
Charlene Powell,
and you will see why she is
our first choice.
Okay.
And these are our duck leg
confit tartlets.
They're easy to prep and as
you know a crowd favourite.
For any gluten-free vegans,
I thought the marinated Portobello
mushroom polenta crisps.
We have the blinis and caviar,
scallops stuffed
with pea shoots,
and the Arancini,
and Heirloom tomatoes
topped with Burrata cheese.
It's delicious.
And what are your thoughts
on a raw bar selection?
Uh, I love that idea but let's
also add a charcuterie bar
with some cheeses, cured
meats just to mix it up.
Will do.
Okay, and finally, for dessert,
we could have a selection
of petit fours
and individual
molten chocolate cake
topped with vanilla bean
ice cream.
I love it.
I'll uh, let the client know
and get her approval
and get back to you tomorrow
morning, if that's okay?
Sounds like a plan.
Thanks again.
What's wrong?
Do you not like it?
No, no, I-I liked it.
It was all-it was all good.
It was all safe and familiar.
It's exactly what people
are expecting
at a New Year's Eve party.
Okay Gordon Ramsay,
what's your great idea?
Well, you said it yourself.
You've worked with her
a dozen times, right?
Don't you wanna explore
something new?
I'm listening.
Okay, so I know it's somewhere
on this block.
Well, maybe you
were imagining it.
I never just imagine
good Chinese food.
Well, I hope not,
because this little excursion
is costing us valuable
prep time.
Hey, trust me, okay?
We're close, I can smell it.
Oh, there it is.
Come on.
After you.
Okay, I have to admit it,
this is pretty good.
Yes!
Oh. Uh, excuse me.
Where did you pick that up?
Ah, I started learning
a few months ago.
Getting ready for the trip
to China for the documentary.
I'm not fluent but I know how
to ask for more.
Does it ever get lonely
travelling by yourself?
Eh, I find ways to make friends.
A smile does a lot
of the work for you.
I really believe that
if you have an open mind
and an open heart
you can pretty much connect
with anyone.
Isn't it hard not being with
your family for the holidays?
They live in Arizona
so I do get to see them
two or three times a year.
So it's not all that bad.
But enough about me,
what about you?
What about me?
Well, uh, we didn't get
to finish our conversation
the other night.
I'm still curious why you think
the ship has sailed
on you making movies.
Well, the reality is that Jake
wants to take
Pearson Party Planners
to the next level
and with mom and dad retiring
he needs me to make it work.
I can't just walk out on him.
It sounds like you spend a lot
of time thinking about
what they need
and not enough time thinking
about what you need.
David, no offence but you've
been travelling the world
and living your dream
since you left college.
Your family hasn't relied on you
the way my family relies on me.
You're right.
Forgive me, that... that...
that came across selfish
and that was not my intention.
But more importantly,
what's the verdict on the food?
Okay, well it's certainly
a different direction
and it is delicious...
but my concern is that
not everyone will like it.
Are you kidding me?
Who's not gonna like this?
Oh, excuse me?
Do you-do you guys do catering?
Let me ask the owner.
Okay.
David.
It's worth asking.
I seriously think if you
hire these guys,
Kate's guests will never
forget it.
Hi.
Hi.
Uh, my friend and I are planning
a New Year's Eve party
and we were wondering
if you cater.
It would be roughly
100 people or so.
Unfortunately, not.
We only have the staff
and facilities to handle
a party half that size.
Okay, that's good to know.
Thank you.
Well that was fun.
You got any more hidden gems
you want me to hunt down?
I was just trying to get you
out of your comfort zone.
I like my comfort zone.
There are reliable
caterers there.
Okay.
Oh, uh, hold on.
Oh, the United Documentary
Fund wants to meet with me
in an hour.
Oh, no worries.
Um, I'm meeting with Lori later,
she's picking up some stuff
for Jake,
so we can start fresh tomorrow.
Perfect. Sounds good.
Oh, why don't I give you
a ride there?
I like it.
So how is he doing?
Not bad.
He had a check-up
and the doctor said
that the leg is mending nicely.
He's in a little bit of pain
but nothing too serious.
Well, that's a relief.
But, how are you?
Are you managing
everything okay?
It's fine.
David and I sampled
some food vendors today.
How's it going?
You two getting along?
As well as can be expected
for two people
thrown into the deep end
of the pool together.
And are you sinking or swimming?
It's too soon to tell.
We both have very
different styles.
He wants to try all
the different options
before committing and I want
to go with what I know I like
and just make a decision
on the spot.
Sounds a little bit like
a marriage.
Yeah, it kind of is.
Just minus the romance.
What's that look for?
I didn't say a word.
You didn't have to.
Mia.
What?
I think you have a crush
on David.
Lori.
Oh, come on.
That is the most absurd thing
I've ever heard you say.
So, I was thinking
for the centrepiece
we can do a bold assortment of
calla lilies to really put
a pop of colour on every table.
Okay, go on, what do you think?
Look, well I... I... I um...
I'm no expert, okay?
But I do think that
with our gold theme
and with the colour tones
of the house
we should probably stick
with a... I don't know a...
a monochromatic white or an
off-white floral arrangement.
Oh.
Let me... ah, okay.
Okay.
Now hear me out.
What if we went with
a simple white rose
with Queen Anne's lace.
How do you know about
Queen Anne's lace?
Well, my mom used to make
wedding arrangements
in our kitchen for extra money.
I might have picked up
a thing or two.
I guess so.
So, what do you think?
I think you have the right idea
but the wrong flower.
White roses are so overdone.
We should replace it with... ok.
White lisianthus.
Oh.
Okay.
Similar to the white rose
but with a more ruffled petal.
Mm-hmm.
I like it.
But no flower arrangement
is complete
without the perfect vase, right?
And we need that one.
And voila.
I like it.
You sure you two haven't done
this together before?
Okay, so that'll be
our centrepiece,
we'll pick up 20, New Year's
Eve morning.
Okay.
Hey, it was great to meet you.
Thank you.
Jake knows the owner.
He set it up so they would
let us audition bands here
before they open later.
How many bands are we hearing?
Well, our usuals are all
booked solid of course
but I found a few that were
still available.
Great. Oh, um...
I hope it was okay
that I offered my two cents
back there.
As you can see, I waited
until you asked.
David, I don't mind you giving
your opinion.
In fact, I... I want it.
That's why you're here
but maybe just a little...
a little less 'cause we're on
a schedule and...
Understood. A moderate
amount of opinions.
Exactly.
Got it.
Let's go.
What's this band's name again?
Partiovascular.
What?
The band's called
Partiovascular.
Nice.
That was great, guys.
Thank you very much.
Great work, guys. Thank you.
Look, I'm not saying that I was
in love with either of them
but, you know, the first band
probably appeal
to the kind of crowd
Kate's inviting.
I don't know.
I... I agree that neither of
them set the room on fire
but don't you think
the jazz band
would be a little
more appropriate
for a New Year's Eve party?
No, who knows at this point?
I mean, beggars can't
be choosers
and we have to pick
one of them, so...
Yeah.
Hi, Kate.
Yeah, we just finished listening
to some bands at a club
called Sound Check.
I think we've got
some great options.
Oh, really?
That's only a block away.
Ah. Sure.
Okay, we'll see you soon.
I guess we're sticking around.
Yeah.
Kate was having dinner nearby
and she wants to meet us
to go over everything.
Didn't seem like she was gonna
take no for an answer.
Great.
I just-I wish we had another
option to show her, you know?
Yeah.
Come on.
We won't really know
if they're any good
unless we actually dance
to them.
Are you kidding?
Do I look like I'm kidding?
That was great.
You were wonderful.
Okay.
Hey team.
She's here.
Ooh.
Hey there.
They sounded good.
Yeah, yeah.
They- and they are available
on New Year's Eve.
I think that you should hire
them and then we'll get
a DJ to play in
between their sets.
Well, are the other bands
in the running?
Uh, in my opinion, no.
If you'd like to check
them out though
I can get the links to their
websites sent to you.
No, no. That's okay.
I trust you, Mia.
Great. I will let them know.
Woo!
So.
So. How was the rest of the day?
Today was pretty good.
We uh, went to the florist and
we picked out the centrepieces.
Um... you know,
you're very lucky to have
Mia and her company on board.
She... she has such a good eye.
I agree and a smart man
wouldn't let her get away.
Okay.
It's obvious that you like her.
I won't tell anybody that.
No, no, no, we're just friends.
Oh, hey. Uh, how'd it...
how'd it go?
It was great. Uh, they're in.
Yes.
Great find, Mia.
You guys have really put me
at ease about this whole thing.
Well, thank you very much.
And um, on that note I am
actually going to head home
for the night,
return some emails
and get started on
tomorrow's schedule.
Are you sure that
you don't wanna hang?
Oh, no, you guys stay.
You have fun.
I will catch up
with everyone tomorrow.
Goodnight.
Drive safe.
Just give me a second.
Mia!
Hey, Mia!
I just want to check and see
if you're okay.
Yeah, sure. Fine.
Why?
Well, uh, you-you ran out
of there so quickly so I-
No, not at all.
I just want to take care of,
you know,
contracts and the budget.
Not out of the woods yet.
Okay.
Well hey, look,
if you don't want me-
David, it's fine. Stop it.
Go back in.
Don't worry about me.
I'll stop. I'll stop.
Mia...
it was a good day.
Yeah.
Yeah.
Hey Jake, I have you
on speaker with David.
Hey Jake, uh, what's up, buddy?
How're you feeling?
Well, I'm hanging in there.
I'm sorry if I'm not as helpful
as I had hoped.
Oh, no worries,
we just wanted to,
um, let you know where we're at
before we do
the final walk through
the mansion today.
Well, I read the email you sent,
everything looks good,
just make sure you get
the insurance paperwork
from Global Tent
and Party Rentals.
Got it.
Oh, and great news.
Capozzi Fireworks
out of Seattle,
they'll be able to do
the display
and they said they'd be handling
all of the necessary permits.
Great work, Jake.
Guys, uh, Kate is gonna be
blown away.
'Cause of the fireworks.
Get it?
All right, well uh, it's time
for my mid-morning nap.
Good luck today.
Thanks, Jake.
Later, boss.
Okay, uh... I'm starving.
What kind of food do you guys
got around here?
Um, my parents usually
have something back there
but I can't guarantee
it'll be fresh.
Let's see what I can cook up.
Ooh, actually, you have
everything I need
to make one of
my favourite dishes.
Eggs, peppers, tomatoes,
and olive oil.
Huevos Pericos.
Where did you learn how to cook?
My grandmother.
She was from Venezuela.
Um, get this.
Whenever my grandfather
would make her mad
she would, uh, take really
hot chillies
and throw them in his eggs.
Yeah, seriously.
Uh, unfortunately for her
my grandfather is from Texas
and he absolutely loves
everything and anything spicy
so whatever he was doing
to make her mad,
he just kept doing it.
Remind me not to make you mad.
And we cannot forget
the final touch.
A little for you and
a little for me.
Dig in.
Wow.
This is delicious.
Thank you, sir.
Don't thank me, thank my
hot-tempered grandmother.
I just got to ask you, um...
if-if I was able to pull
some strings
and, I don't know, get you a job
on a TV or film production,
would you do it?
Right, because there's a million
jobs for girls
with no experience who work
as party planners.
Okay, first of all, I got to be
honest and say
that Jake did show me your work
and you are better than half
of the people
that I come across
in my industry.
Oh yeah.
Yeah... you... you have... you
have vision, you have passion,
and those are the most
important things.
And... and as good as you are
at party planning
it just doesn't seem like that's
what you wanna do forever.
So, what is really holding
you back?
My parents built this business.
This company kept a roof
over my head,
put me through school.
If I left I'd be
abandoning them.
I'd be abandoning Jake.
Well, I love Jake like
my own brother, ok?
And you know him,
he's a machine.
He'll figure it out.
Come on. Sometimes you just
got to do what's right for you.
Well, some of us are not as
free-spirited and adventurous
as you are.
Okay.
But in... in... in my defence,
I didn't just wake up
and become this, you know,
jet-setting filmmaker.
I'm just kidding, but I was
so lost coming out of college.
I- I didn't know what I wanted
to do.
And I was travelling so much
'cause I had nothing
worth coming home to.
You know, it's crazy.
Had... had I not met that...
that film crew in Thailand
who knows where I'd be today?
Well, as much as I appreciate
your encouragement,
regardless of what
you may think,
I am happy with my life and
we have to focus on the party.
Hey, hey, hey.
I wasn't trying to...
Really, it's fine.
Uh, we... we are gonna be late,
though.
We're gonna be late.
We have Blue Point oysters,
Maine lobster,
and Alaskan King crab legs
being flown in fresh.
Sounds great.
And there's gonna be a tent
set up right here
to cover this entire area.
Scattered tables will be set up
by the end of the day,
you can give your welcome
speech at 9:00 pm,
and then the band
will start playing.
Did you get that?
We'll have a champagne
fountain set up here
with flutes surrounding it
for midnight toasts.
Your band and DJ will be set up
inside right over there
facing outward
and the dance floor
right at the back of the house.
And the DJ will take over for
the band in between their sets
and then at midnight
when the band leaves
the DJ will play until the last
of your guests also leaves.
You asked me to remind
you about the video.
Oh, yes.
And all of this will be captured
on video, right?
Video?
I don't believe I was made aware
that you needed a videographer.
Oh, absolutely.
I want to send out a post-party
email with a link to the video.
Everyone does it these days.
Of course.
We will find someone.
You never say no.
I love that about you.
Ooh, you have a conference call.
Oh, yes.
I'm sorry, I have
to take a call.
I will catch up
with you guys later.
Okay.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Okay, well don't worry
about the video thing.
If we can't find anybody
I don't mind sh**ting.
I have won a couple of awards.
You and me will have
our hands full.
You know, we'll just sh**t
some key moments
and cut it together next week.
Sounds good.
All right, these guys are gonna
need all the help they can get.
Are you ready to get
your hands dirty?
Let's do it. Come on.
Pretty impressive, Miss Pearson.
Why thank you, Mr. Campos.
We're almost there.
Mm.
Okay, fun fact.
Did you know that in Estonia
on New Year's
it is good luck to eat 12 times
before midnight?
Twelve times?
Mm-hmm.
Can't be true.
Oh, so true.
I was working there a few years
back on New Year's Eve
and I actually ate 12 meals.
Well, what happened then?
For starters, I didn't make it
to midnight,
and I ended up in a local
hospital with food poisoning.
You're laughing?
I am-I am expressing
and sharing a moment
where I almost died and you are
just laughing at my misery.
I'm sorry.
No, it's... it's okay.
I will never share any of
my pain with you ever again.
Okay, your turn.
What was your most memorable
New Year's Eve?
Ooh... senior year of college.
My boyfriend had dumped me
earlier in the week
and I wasn't in a very
festive spirit
so I decided not to go to
any of my friends' parties
and to stay home and eat
a quart of ice cream.
That is so sad.
I was heartbroken,
what do you expect?
Anyway, well, 20 minutes to
midnight the doorbell rang.
Oh.
It was my three best friends.
They had left the biggest
party in town
to spend New Year's with me.
And I remember we all went up
to the roof
and watched the fireworks.
We all had a glass each
of really bad champagne
and I still cried that night
but it was because I was
laughing so hard.
It was a year of
new possibilities.
A fresh start.
It made me feel like everything
was going to be okay.
Mia?
I'm so sorry, Mia.
I don't mean to interrupt,
but the decorators are having
some issues out front.
Ah, duty calls.
Thanks.
Okay, let's see these.
So, it sounds like
congratulations may be in order?
For?
Ah.
Yeah, the phone
call from earlier.
I uh, I got the grant.
David, congratulations.
That's fantastic news.
Thanks, guys.
Is it just me or are you not as
excited as I expected you to be?
Oh, no, no.
No, no.
I'm um, I'm stoked.
I just... I'm gonna have to leave
for China a little bit earlier
than planned now, so...
Hey, should we try these on?
Come here.
But that was always the plan,
right?
Yeah, yeah. Yeah, it was.
I just... I guess I didn't
expect to, uh, have
such a good time here this week.
Thanks for helping me, David.
I love them.
Ah, yes, you're very welcome.
Come on, Emily.
Let's go take a photo
for grandma and grandpa.
Hey, David, you know
you're welcome to stay here
as long as you like.
We love having you around.
Thank you.
Thank you. I uh, I really
appreciate that, I do.
But I think it's time.
You know, I got to get to China,
start pre-production.
Yeah.
I should probably get going.
I got to go pick up your sister
and then take her
to the mansion, so...
Hey, buddy.
Thank you for all of the hard
work you've done for us
and good luck today.
And call me if you need
anything, all right?
Thanks, man.
Hey, happy New Year.
Right back at ya.
David take off?
Yeah, he went to pick up Mia.
Let me ask you something.
Do you think he's falling
for her?
Well, let me see.
Your sister is single, smart,
beautiful in every way,
shares similar interests
to David,
and for the past five days
they've basically been joined
at the hip.
So yeah, I'd say he's fallen
for her.
Yeah, I shoulda seen it coming.
Relax. They're gonna be fine.
Trust me.
Ooh.
What are you doing?
This is just another work event.
You're acting like you're going
to prom.
This is ridiculous. Stop it.
Hi, David, I'm just running
a little bit late.
No worries. Take your time.
I'm gonna go grab some coffee
on the corner.
Great. That sounds great.
Okay.
I am so sorry.
I'm usually never late.
Don't worry, we got plenty
of time.
Here, enjoy your New Year's
coffee.
Thank you.
You ready for today?
I am indeed.
It's my mom, this'll just
be a minute.
Hi, mom.
Happy New Year's Eve.
Hi. Hi, honey.
I'm just calling to check in
and wish you luck for tonight.
How are things going?
It's going well.
You know, a million things
to worry about,
as usual, but no major hiccups
just yet.
How about you?
You and dad enjoying
Palm Springs?
Yes. Ye-
Your father wants
to move here now.
Hey, honey!
Goodness.
In fact, last night he got up
on stage with the band
at the bar near our place
and sang with them.
Oh, those poor locals.
But as much fun as we're having
we're really excited
to come home and see everybody.
Well, same here.
Give my love to dad.
Happy New Year!
We love you!
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year!
Bye, mom.
Bye, honey.
Sorry about that.
No, no, all good.
So how we looking today?
Good.
Catering just messaged me,
they've added enough food
for 20 more guests just in case,
especially since Kate decided
to invite her neighbours
last minute.
Yep, thank you for the surprise,
Kate.
Well, it's better to have
leftovers anyway.
And for the first time
in my career
I don't have to worry about
the budget, so it's all good.
Yes, that uh, that works
for me, too.
I approved the DJ's playlist
and I told all of the staff
to arrive an hour early
so they miss bridge traffic.
And... that should be about it.
Look at you.
You got all your bases covered.
Before we get started tonight
I wanted to say thank you
for agreeing to help us-
help me-
you've been incredibly helpful.
I... I don't know how
completely true that is
but you are welcome
all the same.
I got to say, I... I've...
I've really enjoyed getting
to know you this way.
It's been fun.
Same here.
So, you didn't file the permit
with the city?
This can't be happening.
What's going on here?
Why don't you ask him?
He didn't file the paperwork
with the city
so we won't have
fireworks tonight.
It's not my fault.
We-we filled out all
the necessary paperwork
and received the permit
from the State.
How was I supposed to know
we required additional
authorization from the city?
Okay, will everybody
just calm down.
This was a mistake.
I should have cancelled
the party
when my first planner quit.
Now I'm gonna be laughed
at by everyone I know.
I have never had a problem
with permits before.
He didn't do his job.
You better hope that I-
Okay, enough!
Kate, if you please.
Kate.
You called us a week away
from New Year's Eve
to ask for our help.
Anybody else would have
said no to this gig
and I am using my every
waking breath
to make sure that this party
is something
all of your guests love, but
I need you to calm down,
to stop making everyone crazy,
and to go inside and get ready
for your party
so I can fix this problem.
Okay?
Fine.
Paul?
Hey, Capozzi.
Finish setting up the fireworks.
David, come with me.
Yes ma'am.
Okay, so... what now, boss?
We go visit the one person with
enough power to save this party.
Hello, Mia.
Uh, what a surprise.
Uh, it's nice to see you again,
Mrs. Morgan.
Um, this is my friend, David.
Nice to meet you, David.
Nice to meet you.
Come in, come in.
Thank you.
So, what brings you out here?
Uh, we're planning a party
at the moment
and we're having a little
bit of trouble
with the fireworks permit.
Uh, let me guess, you need
to speak to my husband.
Come on, he's in his office.
Remember, we're being picked
up at 4:00.
Okay.
Nice to meet you.
Yeah.
Well, I have to tell you,
attending four parties in a row
on New Year's Eve is not exactly
my idea of a good time.
You're the mayor,
can't you just pick one?
I wish.
Unfortunately, each party is
more work related than social,
which I imagine is also
the nature of your visit.
Uh, yes, sir.
Um... well, I'm-I'm involved in
the party at Kate Clark's place?
Ah, yes.
We were invited to that as well.
Our fireworks vendor,
he secured a permit
from the State
but he didn't realize he had
to get a permit
from your office, as well.
That's unfortunate, Mia,
but your parents are well aware
of the rules
regarding local pyrotechnics.
I know my father usually handles
this sort of thing
but my parents just retired
and they're vacationing
in Palm Springs and
my brother's broken his leg
and is out of commission
so I have to handle this one
on my own.
Ah, I'm truly sorry, but if
I bend the rules for you
it could easily come back
to haunt me later.
I just can't take that risk,
especially not in
an election year.
Hey, these-these photos
are beautiful.
Especially these over here.
They-they look very familiar.
By any chance were these
taken in Wamba?
Actually, they were.
I was there a few years ago
with a charity
that builds schools in Kenya.
Have you been?
Yeah, yeah.
I uh, I... I spent 18 months
there working with the uh,
Endangered Wildlife
Foundation of Africa.
Ah, that's a great cause.
You know what else
is a good cause?
Keeping the largest business
owner in Seaford happy
on New Year's and
on election year.
Please, Mayor Morgan,
we need your help.
This will be a one-time
only favour, Mia.
And you have to keep
this between us.
I promise.
Of course.
Okay. Let's do this.
Well, that went better
than expected.
Yeah, tell me about it.
I got to say, for a minute there
I thought it was hopeless.
I got to say, I think you and I
worked pretty well together
in there.
Let's not pat ourselves
on the backs just yet.
We still have a whole party
to throw
and only three hours
to get it done.
Yeah, I mean, for
the most part we're,
uh, pretty good.
How's the leg?
That's good to hear.
All right, well thanks
for checking in, Jake.
Talk to you later.
Very nice.
Thanks. You clean up pretty
good yourself.
Just the two people
I was looking for.
So, it turns out we may
have a problem.
Ms. Clark has let me know that
the head count has increased
and she requested
that we continue serving
an hour past midnight,
which we did not plan for.
Okay, we'll figure
something out,
you get back to prepping.
Okay.
That's not good.
Wait.
What're you thinking?
Why don't you call
that Chinese restaurant
and see if they can help us out?
That's a good idea.
Oh, the band has just arrived.
I'm gonna help them set up.
I'll take care of the food.
Hey, guys.
Welcome.
Your stage is gonna
be right in there,
so you can set up.
Thanks again, Mia.
Ok, so I need you to check on...
Oh, no!
It's okay.
It's fine.
It was my fault.
Keep doing what you were doing.
It's fine.
It's fine. It's fine. It's fine.
Yeah, I'm gonna need
75 pieces of h* Ga.
Mm-hmm.
And 75 more of Char Siu Bao.
And I'm also gonna-
David?
Oh, hold on.
Sorry, but have you seen
Mia anywhere?
Uh, last time I saw her
she was headed
through the back room
through the foyer.
Okay. Thanks.
Sorry, uh, I'm gonna have
somebody come pick it up.
Okay.
Happy New Year.
Okay.
Mia?
Mia, it's Kate.
Are you in there?
I really-
Oh, I knew we were going
for a gold theme tonight
but that's a little much,
don't you think?
I had a run-in with a tray
of gold paint.
I can see that.
Come on.
Where are we going?
I can't exactly have
my party planner
walking around like
an Oscar statue, can I?
Let's get you changed.
Um, Kate, I'm really sorry
about earlier.
Oh, don't worry, it's fine.
But I mean I wouldn't usually-
Mia, it's fine.
I was out of line and you
took control of the situation.
It's exactly what
I would have done.
Well, I'm glad to hear that.
I thought you were gonna
fire me on the spot.
I'm not sure if you know this
but I grew up with four
older brothers.
My late father groomed
each of them to follow
in the family business while
he bought me horses to ride.
I think he loved me very much
but he didn't really know me.
So eventually I took my life
into my own hands
and got an MBA.
A few years later I launched
my first company.
That's incredible.
I wish I had that confidence.
Confidence comes from stepping
outside your comfort zone.
Once you take a leap of faith
you'll find yourself
where you wanna be.
Sounds like something David
would say.
Speaking of David...
when are you two gonna
get together?
And don't give me
that surprised look.
I won't pretend that there
isn't something between us
but David's first love is his
work and wherever in the world
that takes him and I don't
think he has room
for anything else right now.
Well, it's New Year's Eve.
Anything could happen.
Put this on.
Oh. Okay.
Put those on, and those.
And this.
Help yourself to all my make-up
and hair products
and I will meet you downstairs.
Kate.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Now hurry up.
We've got a party to throw.
Hey, has uh, has anyone
seen Mia?
Wow.
You... you look incredible.
Thanks.
Uh, you don't think
it's too much?
No.
No, I, uh... I wouldn't change
a thing.
So, how's it been going
down here?
Oh, well I've got some good news
and some bad news.
Uh, the good news is
the Chinese restaurant's
having a slow night so they
will absolutely help us out
with the extra food.
The bad news is they have
no one to deliver it to us.
Well, Jake's place is
half a mile from there.
Lori could drive one
of the company vans.
She wouldn't have
to do anything.
The restaurant staff could load
the van and then our staff
could unload it, she would
just have to drive.
Okay. I mean, it
couldn't hurt to ask.
The party's in an hour and... I
think we're gonna pull this off.
I got to say, I think
you're right.
Of course.
How's everything looking
down here?
Well, we overloaded
the electrical system.
I'm trying to get us
on the generator
but I can't find the manual
override switch.
Found it.
Yes, you did.
Oh, wait. Hang on.
Sorry. Thank you.
Can't take you anywhere.
The party.
Yeah.
After you.
Thanks.
Lovely to see you.
For you, Ms. Clark.
Thank you, Paul.
Bryan, so nice to see you.
So, uh, two questions.
Is that extra food coming and
do you have any extra staff
you could spare to help us?
Four of my servers didn't make
it because of traffic.
I will check on the food
but unfortunately, we're uh...
a little thin on staff but
I will see what I can do.
Okay. Let me know if you
hear anything.
Absolutely.
David.
I've been looking for you.
What're you up to?
I'm waiting for the van because
Lori's coming with the food.
Well, she better get here soon.
The guests are eating up a storm
and Charlene just told me
that she's understaffed.
What could you possibly
be smiling about right now?
Come here.
What is this?
Mom? Dad?
Look at you.
You look stunning.
Well, we understand
you need a little help,
is that true?
Fair warning, we're not cheap.
But I don't understand.
How are you even here?
Well, we talked to you
and then we talked to Jake
and then we were wanting
to be with you
on New Year's Eve, so...
It wasn't until we landed
that your brother found out
that you might need
a few extra hands,
so here we are.
It's true.
Lori filled me in
on the food situation.
I called Charlene and she told
me about the lack of staff.
We know that you can do this
on your own
but while we're here you might
as well put us to work.
We're your family.
No matter where we are,
we're here for you, honey.
I love you guys.
Ok, um, mom, dad, Charlene
definitely needs you
immediately in the food tent,
it's right out back.
Lori, why don't you find some
of the catering staff
and get them to help you unload
the Chinese food
you just brought?
Ok.
And Jake, should you even
be on that?!
Well, I'm limited in what
I can do physically
but I can always schmooze.
All right, you get inside
and you start schmoozing.
All right.
Be careful.
And you had nothing to do
with this?
My lips are sealed.
Okay.
Oh, speak of the devil.
This is my sister, Mia,
I was telling you about.
She's the real hero of
the evening.
Happy New Year.
Happy New Year!
Have a great night!
So how is networking going?
Do you need more business cards?
Very funny, but I actually
did run out.
I'm not even kidding.
Mia, this is all because of you.
You did this.
Oh, come on.
You helped, too.
You made a couple phone calls,
didn't you?
No, I'm being serious.
You made this whole night happen
without me or mom or dad,
and I think it's gonna take
this company to the next level.
Well, this was
an important night
and I didn't wanna
let you guys down, and...
Yeah?
And I wanted to leave the
company in a good position.
This is your last party,
isn't it?
Jake, this has been an
incredible week for me.
It's helped me realize what I-
what I want in life
and I feel like I have to follow
my heart and move on.
I hope you understand.
Of course, I do.
I'm just surprised it took you
this long to tell me.
Really?
Yeah, really.
Look, I... I love how we've
all been able to work
so well together as a family
all of these years,
but it's mostly because of you.
Stop it. You'll make me cry.
Look... I guess what I'm trying
to say is...
you go follow that dream.
I'm gonna be fine.
Pearson Party Planners
is gonna live on
even with just one remaining
band member.
Hey, it's almost midnight.
Don't you have someone
you should be with?
Hey.
Hey.
Thank you.
I... I guess you pulled it off,
huh?
I'll be happier
after it's midnight.
Hey, did you see Jake?
He broke his leg
less than a week ago
and he's still
out there hustling.
Even a broken leg can't keep
that guy down.
Oh, no, no.
Cheers.
Cheers.
So good to see you.
You know, I've been thinking
about something.
I'm listening.
Well, I came here, you know,
to get money for my film,
and the plan was for me to get
on a plane afterwards
and fly to some faraway place
like I always do.
But then I met you.
Something's changed in me and...
nothing else matters anymore.
All I ever think about is you.
What do you think about this?
Okay, if you want to stay here,
I'm gonna stay here with you.
But if you wanna come
to China with me
we can make a film together and
have the adventure of our lives.
It's funny.
When you got here,
I thought to myself how am I
going to spend a whole week
with this guy?
But now I, um...
I can't imagine my life
without you.
So, if you're asking me if
I'm ready to follow my dreams...
six, five, four...
I'm in.
Three, two, one!
Happy New Year everybody!
Happy New Year, Mia.
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A Midnight Kiss (2018)
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