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In a bittersweet moment, Tom proposes to Eve, presenting her with a ring engraved with the significant date 9/23—the day he fell in love with her. The ill-fated venture begins with an interview conducted by a Director, who suggests that he is researching the phenomenon of the Honeymoon Phase, and hints that the thrill of love may ultimately succumb to the challenges of long-term commitment.
Enter The Research Facility
Once selected for the study, Tom and Eve are divided from other couples and ushered into a facility where they encounter a holographic assistant known as the Mediator. This high-tech assistant provides oversight as the couple navigates their new environment—a home designed for the experiment, albeit one laden with cameras and constant surveillance.