Set in the early 1900s, the story revolves around a group of six individuals who gather at an inventor's countryside house for a weekend retreat filled with romantic entanglements and comedic mishaps. The inventor, a quirky and imaginative man, plans to impress his guests, including his wife, by showcasing his latest whimsical inventions. Among the guests are his best friend, a cynical doctor, the doctor's much younger fiancée, the host's former lover who is now marrying a stuffy philosopher, and a nurse who catches the attention of several men. Each character grapples with their own romantic desires and confusions, leading to various misunderstandings and humorous situations.

Intrigued by each other’s idiosyncrasies and driven by their own passions, the interactions between these individuals become increasingly unpredictable and comical as the weekend progresses. The bucolic setting becomes a backdrop for a series of love triangles and flirtations, exposing the complexities of human relationships. The philosophical discussions intertwined with the romantic pursuits create a light-hearted interplay between intellectual musings and emotional follies. As night falls and the magical elements of the forest start to influence their behavior, their true feelings and motivations begin to surface, laying bare both vulnerabilities and desires.