Overview
Juno is a coming-of-age comedy-drama focusing on a witty, independent teenager who faces an unplanned pregnancy and decides to put her baby up for adoption, navigating relationships and personal growth along the way.
Juno Discovers She Is Pregnant
- Juno takes several pregnancy tests at a drugstore, confirming she is pregnant.
- She tells her best friend Leah and discusses options, initially planning to get an abortion.
- At the clinic, influenced by a classmate's protest and her own feelings, Juno decides against abortion.
Planning for Adoption
- Juno considers adoption and searches for potential parents through the Penny Saver.
- She selects Mark and Vanessa Loring, a seemingly perfect couple, to adopt her baby.
- Juno and her father meet the Lorings, agreeing to a closed adoption with compensation for medical expenses.
- Vanessa is enthusiastic about motherhood, while Mark seems uncertain.
Relationships and School Life
- Juno informs Bleeker, the baby's father, about the pregnancy; he supports her decision.
- Juno faces judgment and awkwardness at school from peers and authority figures.
- Her relationship with Bleeker is strained but remains significant throughout.
Pregnancy Progresses
- Juno's family, especially her stepmother Bren, becomes involved in supporting her.
- She maintains contact with the Lorings, updating them and strengthening her bond with Vanessa.
- Mark and Juno develop an inappropriate emotional connection, leading to conflict.
Climax: Adoption Arrangement at Risk
- Mark reveals he plans to leave Vanessa, casting doubt on the adoption.
- Juno insists Vanessa should still have the baby if she is willing.
- Mark and Vanessa agree to divorce; Juno leaves a note for Vanessa confirming her commitment.
Resolution and Aftermath
- Juno gives birth and does not see the baby, as planned.
- Vanessa adopts the baby and finds happiness as a single mother.
- Juno reconciles with Bleeker, expresses her love, and they resume their friendship and romance.
- Juno moves forward with her life, content with her choices.
Key Decisions
- Juno decides against abortion after visiting the clinic.
- Selects Mark and Vanessa as adoptive parents and opts for a closed adoption.
- Affirms adoption to Vanessa even after Mark withdraws.
Action Items
- TBD – Juno and Mac: Review and sign adoption documents with Gerta Rauss.
- TBD – Juno: Continue updating Vanessa on medical appointments as pregnancy progresses.
Recommendations / Advice
- Bren advises Juno to focus on health and take prenatal vitamins.
- Juno's dad encourages her to find someone who loves her unconditionally.
Questions / Follow-Ups
- Will Vanessa and the baby establish a stable life post-divorce?
- How will Juno and Bleeker's renewed relationship develop?