In a luxurious Swiss Alps resort, retired composer Fred Ballinger and his old friend, film director Mick Boyle, reflect on their lives, careers, and the passage of time. Fred resists entreaties to return to conducting, even from a representative of Queen Elizabeth II, while Mick is working on what he believes will be his final and most important film. Their daily conversations reveal deep insights into their fears, regrets, and the nature of aging. Fred's daughter Lena, who is going through a personal crisis herself, joins them at the resort, adding another layer of emotional complexity.

Surrounded by other eclectic guests, including a young actor preparing for a role and an overweight Diego Maradona look-alike, they observe and interact with the vibrant tapestry of life around them. The film explores themes of memory, creativity, and the persistent search for meaning against the backdrop of stunning natural beauty and opulent relaxation. As the narrative progresses, each character faces moments of revelation and confrontation with their past decisions, gradually evolving in ways both subtle and profound.