Separation City is a 2009 New Zealand comedy-drama film, which revolves around the lives of four married couples living in Wellington. The plot follows the interweaving relationships of these couples, and how their marital issues lead to separations and divorces.
The film follows Simon (Joel Edgerton), a handsome and successful lawyer who begins to question his marriage to his wife, Pam (Danielle Cormack), after he meets Katrien (Rhona Mitra), a beautiful and free-spirited journalist from Denmark. Meanwhile, Pam finds solace in the arms of a younger man, and her affair leads to a devastating revelation.
At the same time, Simon's best friend, Harry (Jemaine Clement) and his wife, Judy (Michelle Langstone), who appear to have a perfect marriage, also face their own marital issues. Harry struggles with his career and worries about providing for his family, while Judy struggles to find fulfillment in her life as a stay-at-home mom.
As the four couples navigate their way through their relationships, they all come to realize that separation is inevitable. The film explores the themes of love, marriage, infidelity, friendship, and the challenges that come with maintaining personal happiness while trying to keep a marriage together.
Overall, Separation City is a witty, poignant and often hilarious take on modern relationships and the struggle to balance personal desires with familial obligations. It is a must-watch for anyone who has ever questioned the solidity of their own marriage or partnerships.