The Dating List

Abby is a driven and ambitious professional who has her life perfectly in order. She's always on the go, and her dedication to her career has earned her a successful position at her company. Despite her busy schedule, she finds herself in the peculiar position of matchmaking her successful boss, Julia, to find her perfect match. Julia entrusts Abby with the task of scouring the city for suitable candidates, giving them the once-in-a-lifetime chance to win her heart. As Abby dives headfirst into her new role, she starts by setting up a 'dating list,' filled with an array of hopeful suitors. Julia has provided her with a lengthy list of qualifications and deal-breakers that any potential suitor must meet before being considered for the position. Among these hopefuls is Ben, a charming, witty, and charismatic individual with a passion for life. Ben quickly catches Abby's attention as he ticks off most of Julia's boxes, but it's his genuine personality and sense of humor that truly make him stand out. As Abby spends more time with Ben, they start to bond over conversations that range from the mundane to the meaningful. Abby begins to find herself caught up in Ben's infectious enthusiasm and warmth, which makes it increasingly difficult for her to remember her role. As she starts to see Ben in a different light, she must confront the reality that her boss has set her up with him in the first place. Julia is ecstatic about the prospect of Abby helping her find the perfect match, and she throws herself wholeheartedly into the process. However, Abby finds herself torn between her loyalty to her boss and her growing feelings for the very man her boss is counting on her to set up. The once-clear distinction between her role as a matchmaker and her budding relationship with Ben becomes increasingly blurred. As the stakes rise, Abby finds herself caught in a web of conflicting emotions. On one hand, she feels a deep connection with Ben that goes beyond mere acquaintances. On the other hand, she can't shake off the guilt of potentially betraying Julia by pursuing her own feelings for her boss's preferred match. Meanwhile, Ben is oblivious to the fact that Abby's involvement is rooted in her boss's matchmaking efforts. As they continue to spend time together, he starts to develop his own feelings for Abby, making things even more complicated. Ben senses the distance between him and Abby, but he can't quite put his finger on what's causing it. Abby tries to navigate this delicate situation with the utmost caution, all while keeping her true feelings hidden from Ben. However, it ultimately becomes clear that her emotions will no longer be contained. With the line between professional duty and her personal feelings becoming increasingly blurred, Abby finds herself at the crossroads. Will she continue on her original path, setting Ben up with Julia as planned, or will she follow her heart and pursue a relationship with him? The choice is far from simple, and the more they grow closer, the more Abby is torn between her loyalty to Julia and the undeniable connection with Ben. As the situation reaches a boiling point, the decision she makes will undoubtedly have far-reaching consequences. With her career at stake, her relationship with Ben hanging in the balance, and her personal integrity called into question, Abby must decide the path she will take in the hope of finding true love and fulfilling her own desires. Throughout the movie, we witness Abby's transformation from a confident matchmaker to a vulnerable and empathetic individual, who must confront the reality of her own feelings. The Dating List presents a nuanced portrait of a complex protagonist grappling with the intricacies of love, loyalty, and her own identity. As she navigates this intricate web of emotions, Abby ultimately discovers that true love is not found on a list but in the messy, unpredictable nature of the human experience.