The Significant Other Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for The Significant Other.
The Significant Other Ending Explained: When operating a Bed and Breakfast it's better to be married. Directed by Shalene Portman, this 2012 comedy film stars Brittany Joyner (Clara), alongside Donny Boaz as Rick, Stephanie Young as Kathy, Morgana Shaw as Alice. Rated 0/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of The Significant Other?
When operating a Bed and Breakfast it's better to be married? Or is it? Clara will find that her fictitious husband may cost her the love of her life. Her first guest, Rick, is gorgeous, sweet and single but he thinks she's married. Clara doesn't know how to tell him that she's not really married, and after running into her "husband" with his male lover, Rick doesn't know how to tell her that her husband is gay and cheating on her. The Significant Other is hysterical romp where love checks in and sanity checks out.
Shalene Portman's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Brittany Joyner (Clara)'s journey. Clara will find that her fictitious husband may cost her the love of her life.
How Does Brittany Joyner (Clara)'s Story End?
- Brittany Joyner: Brittany Joyner's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Donny Boaz (Rick): Donny Boaz's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Stephanie Young (Kathy): Stephanie Young's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of The Significant Other Mean?
The ending of The Significant Other brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Brittany Joyner's story may not satisfy all audiences.