In 1997, 19-year-old Kyle Miller envisions starting a party backdrop business alongside his best friend, Eric Hernandez. While Kyle is enthusiastic and ready to dive in, Eric feels hesitant, weighed down by his parents' high expectations. Choosing to forgo college, they dedicate a year to developing their business plan, often meeting during trips to the neighborhood laundromat. One evening, their routine is disrupted by a mysterious stranger who shares insightful advice and performs a captivating magic trick. Suddenly, the two friends find themselves unable to tell a lie. As they join forces to break the enchantment, they uncover the profound consequences that come with revealing the truth.