Shopgirl is a romantic drama film released in 2005, directed by Anand Tucker, and starring Steve Martin, Claire Danes, and Jason Schwartzman. The movie is based on Steve Martin's novella of the same name and tells the story of a young woman named Mirabelle Buttersfield, who is struggling to make a living in Los Angeles.
Mirabelle (played by Claire Danes) works at the glove counter in a high-end department store. She is an aspiring artist but is stuck in a mundane job selling gloves and scarves. Despite being intelligent and creative, Mirabelle finds herself lonely and disconnected from the world. She spends her evenings alone in her apartment, drawing or reading.
One day, the charming and wealthy Ray Porter (played by Steve Martin) walks into the store and is immediately smitten with Mirabelle. Ray is a sophisticated older man who is bored with his life and looking for something to spice it up. He begins to court Mirabelle, taking her on lavish dates and showering her with gifts. Mirabelle is swept off her feet by Ray's charisma, and her life takes a magical turn.
At the same time, Mirabelle meets Jeremy (played by Jason Schwartzman), a struggling musician who performs at a local bar. Jeremy is kind and attentive to Mirabelle and treats her with genuine affection. Despite his lack of money and success, Mirabelle is drawn to his authenticity and charm.
As Mirabelle navigates the complexities of her relationships with Ray and Jeremy, she begins to realize that she must empower herself and make a choice between them. Ultimately, Mirabelle chooses to follow her own path and pursue her dreams, showing that true happiness can only be found by embracing oneself and following one's passion.