Fool for Love unfolds in a modest motel room on the outskirts of the Mojave desert. In this stark setting, we find May, a woman in her early thirties, sitting on the edge of the bed, lost in thought. Eddie, a man approaching his forties, clad in cowboy attire, occupies a chair by the table. Their exchange is laden with unresolved tension as Eddie insists he's not abandoning her, while May challenges him with accusations of infidelity. The air is thick with May's anxiety and distrust as she imagines being eclipsed by another woman, even threatening violence against this imagined rival.

Eddie's Proposals and May's Resistance

Attempting to steer the conversation away from conflict, Eddie proposes a fresh start in Wyoming, claiming to have acquired land there. May, however, resists the idea, valuing the independence and stability she's found in her new job as a cook. Despite Eddie's assurances that he'll take care of her, her resolve remains unshaken. As Eddie prepares to retrieve his belongings from the car, the tension escalates when May suddenly kisses him, only to follow with a painful blow to his groin. Retreating to the bathroom, she leaves Eddie sprawled on the floor.

Conversations with the Old Man

Prone on the floor, Eddie engages in a dialogue with the Old Man, an enigmatic presence in cowboy attire who has been on stage since the start. This character, sipping whiskey from his rocking chair, exists as a spectral figure born from May and Eddie's imaginations. As May reemerges, now clad in a provocative red dress, she declares her hatred for Eddie and announces the impending arrival of another man. Fueled by jealousy, Eddie exits, prompting May to hastily pack a suitcase and hide it upon his return.

Confrontation and Resentment

Eddie returns, armed with a shotgun and tequila, offering a drink to May, who declines, claiming sobriety. His curiosity piqued about May's visitor, Eddie insists on meeting the man, despite her protests. The ensuing argument highlights the profound disruption Eddie has caused in May's life, yet he persists in asserting their unbreakable bond. Eddie brands May a traitor as he storms out, but her call and subsequent collapse to the floor reveal her inner turmoil.

The Old Man's Story

The Old Man begins to weave a tale, implying his paternal connection to May. His recollection of a road trip through Utah with May and her mother adds layers to the unfolding drama. Eddie, returning yet again, accuses May of fabricating the date to exact revenge. Their conversation veers into an emotional minefield as May laments her inability to even the score with Eddie.

May's Determination and Eddie's Persistence

An argument ensues over whether May has been intimate with the new man, leaving Eddie agitated and determined to confront the visitor. May's reluctance to let Eddie stay is palpable, yet he insists, demanding an introduction as her cousin, not her brother. The arrival of a Mercedes-Benz disrupts their argument, intensifying tensions further. As Eddie hides, a mysterious woman in the car vents her fury by shooting at Eddie's truck and creating a cacophony with her horn.

Chaos and Confession

As the woman departs, Eddie admits the woman is deranged, sparking May's suspicions anew. The tension escalates as Eddie discovers the damaged truck and insists they leave. May's refusal is resolute, prompting the Old Man to narrate another tale, reflecting on May and Eddie's lineage. Their conversation underscores the troubled history that binds them, with May expressing skepticism about the endurance of Eddie's professed love.

Martin's Arrival and Eddie's Revelation

The arrival of May's date, Martin, punctuates the...