Chapter 4: The Movies

Jennifer got done cleaning the kitchen and headed towards the living room. She sat down on the sofa and snuggled up against Terrance. Jennifer grabbed the remote for her TV and goes to an online streaming app.

"So.... What movie do you want to watch?", she asked him.

"I honestly do not know. I don't watch too many movies or have any knowledge of the recent films that are out. How about you choose and I'll watch it with you.", he explained.

"Alright. Now you made things hard for me, because there are a lot of movies that I want you to watch with me.", she replied.

"How about a love movie? Since this is our first date and we could have a romantic atmosphere.", he recommended to her.

"Nah, that's predictable and boring. Ooh.... We could watch a horror film. I love horror and it is my favorite genre of movies. Are you okay watching a scary movie?", she asked.

"I'm not really into horror. But whatever you want to watch, I'm fine with that.", he responded.

"I got the perfect movie for us to watch. Have you heard of Clint Eastwood?", she asked.

"Isn't that a name of song by the Gorillaz?", he questioned her back.

"What are you talking about? And what the fuck is a Gorillaz? You know what, never mind. Clint Eastwood is my personal favorite actor and director. Have you heard of "Dirty Harry", "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly", "Million Dollar Baby", "Unforgiven" or "Gran Torino"?", she explained and asked him.

"I got to be honest, this is the first time I heard of Clint Eastwood. Also, no, I have not seen any of those films you mentioned.", he responded.

"Wow.... I am shocked that you have not heard of Clint Eastwood before. Even people who do not pay attention movies, have at least heard of him. You are the only person I know that does not know Clint Eastwood.", she said while being shocked and confused.

"I apologize for not knowing who Clint Eastwood was. Like I said earlier, I do not watch too many movies. I didn't mean to offend you.", he said with regret.

"Don't worry about it. Plus Clint Eastwood is really old and has been doing movies since the 1950s. So I don't blame you for not knowing who he was.", she said.

"What Clint Eastwood movie are we watching?", he asked.

"Let's watch 'Play Misty For Me', which is in my top ten favorite horror films of all time. Also it is Clint Eastwood first film he has ever directed.", she explained.

"When did this movie came out?", he asked.

"1971.", she replied.

"Wow.... That is really old. Isn't there anything recent we could watch?", he asked.

"We could watch something recent, but I feel like watching older films are a lot more romantic and magical. Plus older films are a lot better than modern movies. So we are watching 'Play Misty For Me'"., she said in a commanding tone.

"Okay", he replied.

Jennifer pressed the play button and they both watched the movie. Jennifer was enjoying the movie, while Terrance was feeling uncomfortable watching it. The movie was halfway done and Jennifer paused it to ask Terrance a question.

"So.... How are you enjoying the movie so far?", she asked.

"I hate to be rude, but I'm not enjoying this movie at all.", he replied.

"Why are you not enjoying the movie?", she asked.

"I hate that the main woman is painted as this crazy stalker that is obsessed with this guy. Also she is killing innocent people. Plus the movie is really slow and outdated.", he explained.

"That was really harsh. So you don't like at least one thing from this movie?", she asked.

"The acting is fine and it did do a good job making me feel uncomfortable. But other than that, I do not like this movie so far.", he said.

"Well, the movie is almost over. So maybe, you will end up liking something.", she said.

They both continued watching the movie. A few minutes passed and the movie ended.

"So.... How do you feel about the movie overall?", she questioned him.

Terrance took a deep breath and cleared his throat.

"That was the most excruciating movie I have ever watched. I can't even explain what I just witnessed. I know you said that this was in your top ten favorite horror movies, but I never want to watch this film ever again.", he said.

"I'm sorry that you had a bad experience. I didn't mean to make you feel uncomfortable, I just wanted to enjoy a classic movie with you.", she said.

Jennifer started crying as she regretted playing the movie for Terrance and made him feel uncomfortable.

"Jennifer, don't cry. I am sorry for hurting your feelings. I didn't know that this movie means so much to you.", he said with regret.

"It's not the movie I'm upset about. I'm angry at myself for making you feel uncomfortable. That was never my intentions and I hope you can forgive me.", she said while still weeping.

"I forgive you.", he said.

Terrance gave Jennifer a big warm hug to make her feel better. He lets go of her and thought about a great way to make her feel happy again.

"Jennifer.... Do you want to dance with me?", he asked.

"Yeah, I would love to.", she replied.

Jennifer wiped away her tears. Terrance got up from the sofa and offered his hand for Jennifer to dance. She grabbed his hands and got off the sofa.

"So, what song are we dancing to?", she asked.

"How about we dance to some Sade? Do you know anything about Sade?", he questioned her back.

"Of course. Sade is the queen of R&B for me. Which song from her do you suggest for us to dance to?", she asked.

"Your Love Is King", he replied.

"That is such a romantic song. You could use my remote to search and play it.", she said.

Jennifer handed Terrance the remote and played 'Your Love Is King' by Sade. They both started holding hands and slow dance in the living room. Jennifer pulled Terrance closer and started whispering into his ear.

"Despite all the tears and differences, this is the most romantic date I have ever experienced.", she said.

"You only deserve the best. I am glad that I spent this date with an amazing woman like you.", he replied.

"Before this date is over, I want to end the night off with a surprise you never forget.", she teased him.

"What's the surprise?", he asked.

"Well, you have to follow me to find out.", she responded.

Jennifer lets go of Terrance. Turned off the TV and walked away from the living room. Terrance followed right by her side.