Hot Pot

Lara, an English language teacher, is falling in love with one of her adult Brazilian students. At the same time, her long-term relationship with partner Alex is drifting apart. Desperate for some time alone to discover who she truly is and what she really needs and wants, Lara successfully applies for a six-month job in China. Alex meanwhile is conflicted, as their mutual friend Sondra makes a play for him soon after Lara departs overseas. Alex is strongly attracted to Sondra, but feels loyal to Lara. To help him decide the future of their relationship, Alex heads to China for a holiday with Lara. During this time, exploring the sights and experiencing the different culture, Alex and Lara's relationship begins to change. But will an unexpected element bring them closer together, or completely tear them apart?