Montréal Girls 2023

Ramy arrives in Montreal to stay with his uncle Hani

Ramy moves to Montreal after the death of his mother Alya and stays at his uncle Hani's house to pursue his medical studies. The new city marks the start of his struggle to cope with loss while pursuing a professional path. The change in setting foreshadows the personal and artistic conflicts to come.

Ramy meets Tamer, Desi and Yasmina at a club

At night, Ramy encounters Tamer, who is in a band, and Desiree and Yasmina at a club where Tamer's band performs. He begins getting close to both Desiree and Yasmina, though Yasmina shows little interest and ghosts him. Tamer warns Ramy to keep his distance from Yasmina.

Ramy struggles with Alya's death and his future path

Ramy is not fully recovered from his mother's death and struggles to focus on classes. He dreams of becoming a poet but initially leans toward medicine after Alya's death. He also begins hanging out with Desiree, which adds to his distraction.

Ramy attends a Yasmina-promoted event and a car moment

Ramy attends an event promoted by Yasmina and later shares a car moment with her. However, Yasmina leaves when Etienne Tremblay arrives, highlighting the fragile nature of his pursuit. Desiree is present and his interactions with her create tension.

A passerby offers Ramy advice near the Saint Lawrence River

A passerby stops Ramy near the Saint Lawrence River and offers practical advice about his path. The brief encounter pushes him to reflect on his choices and future. It situates Ramy in a public Montreal setting, contrasting his private struggles.

Hani gives Alya's poem to Ramy

Hani gives one of Alya's poems to motivate Ramy. The gift connects his late mother’s memory to his ongoing journey in both art and science. The poem acts as a catalyst for renewed determination.

Ramy attends a poetry event and meets Sophia

Ramy attends a poetry event and meets Sophia. The encounter expands his connections in the poetry world. The event marks a pivot toward embracing poetry as part of his identity.

Ramy rekindles with Yasmina and kisses her

Ramy finds Yasmina at a club where Tamer's band performs and kisses her. This act upsets Desiree, and Yasmina is not interested, underscoring continued romantic tension in Ramy's life.

Ramy argues with his father and switches to Literature

Ramy argues with his father after deciding to quit medicine in favor of literature. His father ultimately accepts the decision, and Ramy is transferred from the Medicine program to the Literature program in college.

Phenix/Felix and a request to write lyrics

Ramy meets Phenix, also known as Felix, who is now working a regular job rather than pursuing poetry. Tamer asks Ramy to write lyrics for the band, inviting his poetic voice into the music. This marks a turning point where his poetry begins to influence his musical collaboration.

Desiree and Ramy reconcile

Desiree and Ramy reconcile after their earlier tensions. The renewed connection coexists with Ramy's ongoing ties to Yasmina and his evolving creative path. Their reconciliation signals a new balance in his relationships.