The romantic comedy-drama film Chasing Amy, written and directed by Kevin Smith, premieres in the United States.
Holden and Banky meet and become friends, working together as comic book artists.
Holden meets Alyssa Jones, a fellow comic book artist, at a convention and they begin a friendship.
Holden and Alyssa develop a close bond, sharing their personal stories and artistic aspirations.
Holden discovers that Alyssa is a lesbian and struggles with his feelings for her.
Despite knowing Alyssa's sexual orientation, Holden confesses his romantic feelings to her.
Alyssa agrees to start a romantic relationship with Holden, complicating their friendship.
Banky expresses jealousy and anger about Holden's relationship with Alyssa.
Alyssa reveals her past relationships with women and her fears about the new relationship.
Their relationship ends due to misunderstandings and external pressures.
Holden and Banky mend their friendship after resolving their disagreements.
