Shiva Baby is a comedy-drama film that revolves around the life of a young woman named Danielle, who attends a shiva (a Jewish mourning ritual) with her parents. As the event unfolds, Danielle finds herself trapped in a series of awkward and uncomfortable encounters with her ex-girlfriend and a sugar daddy she has been seeing secretly. The film explores themes of identity, sexuality, and familial expectations, providing a witty and insightful commentary on social pressures and the complexities of modern relationships.