In the bustling New York of the 1960s, an ambitious young man named Bud Baxter works at an insurance company and is determined to climb the corporate ladder. But there’s a small detail: in order for his bosses to see him as a worthy candidate for promotions, he allows them to use his apartment for their clandestine romantic encounters. Every night, his home becomes a secret refuge for executives in search of passion, while Bud must navigate the complications of his own love life.
Things get complicated when he falls for the charming yet disillusioned secretary Fran Kubelik, who happens to be caught in a fling with her own boss. As Bud tries to figure out how to win over Fran, he becomes entangled in an emotional game marked by misunderstandings and heartaches. Bud’s life turns into a delicate balancing act between his professional ambition and his quest for love, while Fran wrestles with her feelings for her boss and the reality of her situation.
The story addresses themes of loneliness, sacrifice, and the harsh realities of relationships in a world that often prioritizes success over personal happiness. With a touch of dark humor and a melancholic backdrop, the film captures the essence of what it means to love in an environment that can often feel dehumanizing. All of this, wrapped in a visual style that reflects the era, makes this story a timeless classic that resonates in the pursuit of true love amid ambition.